Problem Solving
Wednesday, 11 May, 2016
Creative problem solving is the core of Collaborative Practice; I set out below an accepted 5 step creative problem solving model that can be used to get to resolution.
Read moreWhat Happens To My Long Service Leave In A Divorce Settlement?
Tuesday, 26 April, 2016
The process of determining a property settlement application under section 79 of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (“the Act”) usually begins by the Court identifying the property, liabilities and financial resources of the parties at the time of the hearing.
Read moreSplitting A Self-managed Superfund In Family Law Property Settlements
Thursday, 31 March, 2016
Prior to the introduction of Part VIIIB of the Family Law Act in 2002 Courts were unable to treat superannuation as anything other than a financial resource that would vest in one party at some future date.
Read more"I Want To Get Divorced But I Don’t Know Where My Spouse Is!?"
Monday, 29 February, 2016
Are you ready to get divorced but don’t know the whereabouts of your spouse? Never fear! It is possible to apply for a divorce without knowing the location of your spouse.
Read moreFamily Law Pre Action Procedures
Saturday, 30 January, 2016
A party before making an application to the court seeking relief under the Family Law Act is required to make a genuine effort to resolve the dispute before starting a case by giving their former partner a notice of intention to claim and exploring options for settlement by correspondence.
Read moreFamily Assessments
Saturday, 5 December, 2015
The requirements for a family consultant are that the family consultant have a degree in either Social Work or Psychology and be eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers or to be registered as a Psychologist.
Read moreChoosing A Mediator.
Tuesday, 3 November, 2015
The two common forms of mediation used in family law are facilitative and evaluative mediation. An evaluative mediator will be active in making recommendations, evaluating the dispute and furnishing advice to the parties about the range of likely outcomes should a matter be litigated.
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