Matters involving children are particularly sensitive and often contentious. The family Courts, in these matters, prioritise the safety of the child from physical or psychological harm, which may come about due to being subjected or exposed to abuse, neglect or family violence. In deciding whether to make a particular parenting order in relation to a […]
As defined by Section 63C of the Family Law Act 1975, a Parenting Plan is a written and signed agreement between parties to a family law matter made free from any threat, duress or coercion. As opposed to Consent Orders, Parenting Plans are flexible, non-binding and can be changed upon a written agreement between the […]
Traditionally, it has been permissible under Australian Consumer Law for gift card purveyors to place relatively short expiry periods on gift cards from the time of purchase. Vendor’s sell around 34 million gift cards to Australians each year, with a market value estimated at $2.5 billion. With standard expiry periods being no more than 6 […]
Most family law matters will not see a final hearing. Now more popular than ever, family dispute resolution is providing an alternate to court room litigation which allows parties control, confidentiality, convenience, affordability and finality. It is no secret that the family law courts are congested and highly worked. Once an intiating application has been […]
Family violence is a serious social issue that affects everyone in a family – children, parents and other members of the extended family. Family violence can occur before, during and after separation and it may affect the ability of people to make choices about their family law matter and to take part in Court events. […]
An e-signature takes form as any copy & pasted image of a name on a document. These can be placed on almost any electronic communication and are difficult to enforce. A digital signature uses encrypted technology to track when and where the signature was made, verifying a document’s authenticity. Digital signatures are better aimed toward […]
An astonishing 70% of Australian’s are active social media users, it therefore comes as no surprise that digital and, specifically, social media-focused evidence can be utilised by parties to family law matters. Social media acts as a platform for anyone to publish almost anything instantaneously. The result of this can have serious repercussions for those […]
