At Martin Bullock Lawyers, we have dealt with a large number of family law matters over several years. We have seen many bad divorces and we have seen some good divorces. Our principal, Greg Martin, … [Read more...]
The Family Court Bombings – Justice Finally Served
After almost forty years, justice has finally been done in the infamous case of the "Family Court bombings". On 23 July 2020, Leonard John Warwick was found guilty of murdering a judge and two … [Read more...]
Family Law Update
The Parramatta Registry of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia, along with many others around the country, have implemented a new case management regime for any application for Property Orders and … [Read more...]
COVID-19 and the Family Court – How it Affects the Kids
We are all nervous about how we go about our normal lives during a time when there is so much uncertainty. Government regulations regarding the COVID-19 epidemic are changing by the day. This is … [Read more...]
Bringing Your Ex to Trial by Combat
Family law, whether it involves divorce, property or children, is often emotionally, financially and time expensive. One American man has experienced this firsthand and has requested an unusual route … [Read more...]
Parental Alienation Claims
Abusive parents are using the Family Law system in order to gain access to their children, by making what is known as “Parental Alienation” claims. Parental Alienation is defined as the deliberate … [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...]
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...]
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...]
Not married but living together? What rights do you have?
If you're married, then you know that your rights are governed by the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). But what if you're not married and living together? Well, the law recognises two different types … [Read more...]