The utmost priority in dealing with children in Family Law is the protection of the "best interests" of a child. New research debated in Parliament last month suggests that adoption processes in … [Read more...]
Children & Family Law – The Importance of Conciliation
A recent case has highlighted the necessity to go to conciliation, as required by Section 60I of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), prior to commencing any court proceedings that will affect … [Read more...]
The Hidden Family Violence – Financial Abuse!
Not all family violence involves physical attacks. Often, control of the finances can be as debilitating as an assault. It has been estimated that 50-90% of family violence cases involve economic or … [Read more...]
OK, I’m Divorced. What Happens Now?
Okay. You have used Martin Bullock Lawyers and you've gotten your divorce. Well done. But what do you do now? Please see our post on Applications for Divorce and what you’ll need. Following your … [Read more...]
Financial Settlements in Family Law – Full and Frank Disclosure
Today we present Part 3 in our Financial Settlements in Family Law series. Previously, we have posted on Section 79 Contributions and Section 75(2) Fairness Factors. Today, we shall discuss what … [Read more...]
Family Law Property Settlements – What is Fair?
This is the part two of our three-part series on Property Settlement and the consequences of a breakup. Part one was released last week and dealt with the section 79 contributions of the parties. … [Read more...]
Post-Mortem Sperm Donation
The Australian High Court recently handed down judgment in Masson v Parsons & Ors, where a sperm donor was found to be a child’s legal father. In the United States, a New York court rules on … [Read more...]
What about the children?
Separating from a partner when you have a child or children can be a very stressful time, so it is important to be as best supported as possible. This support should be twofold: First, you should be … [Read more...]
Sperm Donation and Legal Parenthood: The High Court decides Masson v Parsons & Ors
Back in April, we reported on Masson v Parsons & Ors, a sperm donor case before the Australian High Court. The Facts Susan and Margaret Parsons, a lesbian couple, conceived a child by artificial … [Read more...]
Divorce for Dummies – How do I get Divorced?
Martin Bullock Lawyers knows that the end of any relationship is a difficult time. Divorces can be both emotionally and financially draining. On top of that, legal issues involving children, … [Read more...]