What Is A Harman Undertaking - Family Law 03.11.22 Dealing with Family Law matters may mean having to deal with more than one form proceedings. Generally, parties to a Family Law proceeding are compelled to disclose documents and information through either court rules or specific court orders (discovery or subpoenas) throughout the matter to the other party and or third parties.

4 Step Property Settlement Process 14.11.22 After sharing a life together, it can be difficult to decide how to divide property between parties to a marriage or in a de-facto relationship, therefore making it uncommon to fall into a dispute about dividing the property accumulated during the relationship.

Presumption of parentage: you are not the father 04.01.23 Recently, a loving father who lost his 20-year-old son in 2019, discovered a devastating lie after the child’s mother sent him a chain of text messages two years after the child’s death. Throughout the child’s life, the father lived with the child’s mother until he was seven, then shared custody of him and contributed to expenses and paid $400 a week in child support until the child turned 18.

What Is The Role Of An ICL In Family Law Proceedings? 27.01.23 Independent Children's Lawyers (ICLs) are appointed by the Family Court and specialise in representing children who face challenges during parental separation. Private Lawyers are taking on ICL responsibilities understand that their compensation does not correlate with the extensive work required. Nonetheless, they proceed with their duties, aiming to propose solutions to the Court that can positively impact the children involved. Reece Ramsden, Partner and Director, sheds light on the crucial yet inadequately funded nature of this role.

Introducing Paid Family And Domestic Violence Leave To Australian Employment 14.02.23 Australia announces that they are changing family and domestic violence leave from unpaid to paid leave. So, what does this mean for people who have endured domestic violence and their employment moving forward? Ramsden Lawyers, Family Lawyer XXX discusses this in their latest article. Find out more.

Pet Custody Dispute: How Our Law Firm Successfully Represented A Client In A Small Claims Division Case 16.02.23 Australia announces that they are changing family and domestic violence leave from unpaid to paid leave. So, what does this mean for people who have endured domestic violence and their employment moving forward? Ramsden Lawyers, Family Law Special Counsel Daniel Rod discusses this in their latest article. Find out more.

Current LGBT Family Laws In NSW - What Are They? 08.03.23 New South Wales has been the forepart of LGBT rights in Australia, with significant progress made over recent years in recognising and protecting the rights of LGBT families. This progress has been driven by the tireless efforts of various advocacy groups and individuals who have lobbied for legislative reforms to ensure equality and fairness for all. However, despite this progress, the LGBT community in NSW still faces discrimination and inequality in various forms.

Ramsden Family Lawyers Weigh In On The Pros and Cons Of Proposed Family Law Reforms 14.04.23 The Albanese government's proposed changes to the Family Law Act seek to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of children in custody disputes. However, the announcement has sparked a heated debate among legal professionals and experts, with some expressing concern over the potential impact of the reforms. As a leading law firm specialising in family law matters, the team at Ramsden Family Law have carefully examined the proposed legislative reforms to the Family Law Act. Our legal experts have evaluated the proposed changes, potential pros and cons and provided an analysis of their implications.

How To Set Aside A Binding Financial Agreement 05.05.23 Couples in marriages or de facto relationships are often hopeful that their relationship will last forever. However, relationships don't always go as planned, and separation or divorce can be the result. This can lead to disputes over property settlements and financial arrangements. To prevent such issues from arising, a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) can be established. This article will delve into what a BFA entails and how it differs from prenuptial and postnuptial agreements. Additionally, we'll explore why it can be challenging to nullify a BFA and offer guidance on creating a binding and enforceable agreement.

Time Limits in Family Law - How Long Do I Have To Pursue My Matter In Court? 15.07.22 Divorce, property settlement, and spousal maintenance proceedings are all accompanied by Court regulated time limits and constraints and differ depending on whether you are party to a marriage or de facto relationship. There are constrained circumstances to which a party may grant leave from the Court to pursue an action outside of the prescribed time limit. The Court will consider if the party has a genuine reason for applying to the Court outside of these restraints, including the hardship that may be incurred if that party is prevented from applying, and any disadvantage to the other party. If you decide to file an application or commence proceedings, it is important you are aware of the various restrictions.

Joint Divorce vs Sole Divorce Applications – Which Option Would Work Best For Me? 24.06.22 Making a divorce application in Australia is, generally speaking, a straightforward process and in comparison to some other jurisdictions, it is a quick process. Many ex-spouses will make a joint decision to make an application, in the spirit of cooperation and ensuring the process is as smooth as possible for all parties involved, including any children of the marriage.

How does the Court deal with parenting disputes about vaccinating children with the COVID-19 vaccine? 23.05.22 COVID-19 vaccination is a significant area of contention in the current climate of the pandemic. Decisions regarding the vaccination of your child may be affected by parenting disputes and discrepancies in opinion surrounding the COVI-19 vaccine. The Court will often align their decision with current public policy and health advice and the expert opinion of medical professionals. At this point in time, the current public health regime and opinion of medical professionals supports the vaccination of your child and considers it to be in their best interests.