"I do" not know what constitutes a valid Marriage in Australia

Monday, 15 March, 2021

Splitting Superannuation

Friday, 26 February, 2021

When a marriage or de facto relationship breaks down the Family Law Act allows superannuation to be divided.

But you promised!

Monday, 21 December, 2020

An agreement (unless a binding financial agreement) between parties, cannot bind the Court in any property proceedings under either s 79 or s 90SM of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (see Woodcock and Woodcock (1997) FLC 92-739).

Implementation of a COVID-19 Immunisation of Children Program

Monday, 30 November, 2020

Recent discussion has emerged surrounding the implementation of a Coronavirus vaccination and related parenting issues in family law. Consideration of the challenges presented by COVID-19 has prompted a number of questions as to how the Family Court will respond when confronted with the issue of parents immunising their children against Coronavirus.

When are Binding Financial Agreements Binding

Friday, 30 October, 2020

SECT 90G FAMILY LAW ACT 1975 sets out when financial agreements are binding

Choosing a Marriage Counsellor

Sunday, 2 August, 2020

The breakdown of your relationship is likely to be one of the most emotional events in your life. It has been said that the only greater emotional event in your life is the death of a child and that the end of your marriage is more traumatic than the death of your partner.

Four Rules for Newly Separated Parents

Monday, 4 May, 2020

Here at Swan Family Lawyers we understand that co-parenting post separation can be extremely challenging – especially if the relationship did not end amicably.

Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and executing your Will

Friday, 3 April, 2020

The Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing the way in which people conduct their lives. The promotion of self-isolation and social distancing during this unprecedented period is encouraging businesses across the country to innovate. This includes legal practices.

Coronavirus and Co-Parenting

Monday, 30 March, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has presented numerous challenges and sparked questions for family lawyers about co-parenting arrangements and handovers during periods of restriction and lockdown.

Co-Parenting Applications

Wednesday, 8 January, 2020

Being able to effectively and respectfully communicate with a co-parent can be difficult. It is important, however, that your children can see their parents communicate and respect one another. Some cost more than a communication book but the transparency and accountability the apps provide may be very valuable.