If you have separated from or divorced your partner and have a child together, it’s likely your child has the father’s last name. You may wish to change the child’s last name to yours instead. How...
What is the child custody process in Australia?
Relationship breakups and divorces can be incredibly difficult for children. That’s why doing what’s best for them during the process should always be your first priority - even if that means making...
Can you represent yourself in family court in Australia?
If you have to attend family court in the near future, you might be wondering - can I represent myself? The short answer to the question is yes. Family court allows self-represented litigants....
They called him what?! Naming Children in Australia
Unusual Celebrity Baby Names We have all heard of celebrities gifting their children unusual and often strange names. Think Kal-EL (Nicholas Cage), Sage Moonblood (Sylvester Stallone), North (Kanye...
Christmas Parenting Arrangements
Christmas Parenting Arrangements When negotiating parenting arrangements a lot of parents agree to share time in the school holidays but forget to specifically negotiate special holidays such as...
Joint Custody – What Is Shared Parenting?
After parents separate, they need to find a new way of parenting that works for them and their children. Some divorced/separated couples continue to share parenting, while others choose to continue...
Family Law Custody In Australia – Confusing Terminology
Unfortunately, the words that Family Law lawyers use can be confusing to members of the public. This is not helped by the fact that legislation changes, and with these changes in the law come...
When Can A Child Decide Which Parent They Want To Live With
Separated parents often ask when their child can decide where they want to live. This usually happens when teenage children are involved. There is no ‘magic age’ when a child can decide where they...
0-4 Year Olds and Overnight Stays – What Does the Law Say?
There is a lot of debate around and research into when overnight stays for 0-4 years olds should commence, or at least when this should happen with regularity. The Importance of Early Childhood...