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A lawyer's nightmare being sued in the Family Court

There are vexed issues in Family Trusts Claims over property in Family Trusts are often fiercely contested in the Family Court.

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Amendments to paid parental leave Act offers new incentives

Several amendments were introduced on the Paid Parental Leave Act of 2010 by the Paid Parental Leave and Other Legislation Amendment (Dad and Partner Pay and Other Measures) Bill of 2012 which provides that a non-primary carer of a child be granted at least two weeks of Dad and Partner Pay

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Aussie woman says she was duped into marriage

A story initially reported in the New York Post this week and later reproduced by Ninemsn gives details of a law suit proceeding in the United States in which a prominent Australian business women is seeking compensation from her American husband who she claims tricked her into marrying him.

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Capital gains tax implications of family law property settlement

Capital gain tax exemptions will apply to married couples and their children and to partners of a de facto relationship and their children.

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Case assessment conference in family related cases

A case assessment conference (CAC) is a court date that provides an opportunity for you and the other people involved in your matter to resolve some or all of the issues in relation to your children.

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Changing your name after divorce

The divorce decree is an important supporting document along with your birth certificate if you want to revert to your maiden name or previous surname

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Contempt of court orders is a serious charge

Contempt of court should only be alleged if the conduct complained of is serious enough.

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Different ways to resolve a family law case

Different Ways to Resolve a Family Law Case Most cases do not go to Court and indeed some cases which go to Court should not.

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Family court backlog leaves lives in limbo

In an article from Western Australia on its Family Court claims that families are waiting for an average of two years to have their disputes go to trial and cites that there is a current back log of approximately 600.

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Family court decisions often hinge on the parents testimony

Decisions of the Family Court often hinge on the credibility of the parents testimony and the credibility of the parents evidence.

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Family court prevents arranged marriage

There are limited circumstances in which minors who are 16 years of age and over can apply to the Court for an order authorising him or her to marry a particular person despite the fact that the applicant has not attained the age of 18 years.

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Family Courts versus Federal Circuit Court

The Family Court of Australia, highest court dealing with family matters, was formed in 1975 as a result of the enactment of Family Law Act.

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Family Law

Family Law is an area of law that covers a wide range of highly emotional issues consequent upon the breakdown of a relationship or marriage.

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Family Law a new way of thinking?

Do you know what other alternatives are available to you when you and your partner have to deal with the split of your assets and matters that concern your children?

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Family law dispute resolution | alternatives to going to Court

Family dispute resolution is a practical way for separating families to try to resolve any disagreements and make arrangements for the future.

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Family Law Practitioners' Association comments on 'four sisters custody matter'

In relation to the four sisters custody matter, the Family Law Practitioners' Association of Queensland president Deborah Awyzio makes the following comment:

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Force marriage happens when one party is compelled to get married

Marriage is a solemn union that should be freely entered by a man or woman for life. Prior to the celebration, couples should take note of the significant principles that may affect the validity of marriage. First, a marriage cannot be entered without the approval of the other party

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Forced marriages is a criminal offence

To the amazement and dismay of many including the Australian government, it has become known that there are around 50 cases of forced marriages each year in Australia.

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Funding cuts cause Family Court delays

The Family Court is the part of the judicial system most likely to have a significant impact on the lives of many Australians, especially children. Only two years ago, the Court's workload was increased by giving it responsibility for de-facto couples as well.

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Indemnity costs – when do they apply in Family Law Proceedings

In order to make a costs order, there must be circumstances that justify it. The matters the court is to consider in determining whether there are circumstances to justify

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Independent Children's Lawyers

In parenting proceedings, the court is able to appoint an independent children's lawyer, to represent the best interests of the child/children involved in those proceedings.

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Interim Lump Sum Orders

When it is appropriate to seek an interim sum order. There are several situations where this might apply. A party may apply for an interim order for litigation funding (often called a barro order), a partial property settlement or spousal maintenance.

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Marriage certificate not in English

A marriage certificate is the official proof that two people have undertaken a marriage ceremony. In many countries, this document serves a dual purpose of granting permission for a marriage to take place and then recording the fact that it has indeed done so.

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New definition of marriage?

Recent polls show that a majority of Australians are in support of gay marriage. Yet to date, the Government has not acted on community opinion and legalised gay marriage.

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Property of aging couples ordered by the court to be settled

This case confirmed that elderly couples who remain married but are physically separated due to one party as deteriorating health are declared separated for the purpose of family law property settlement and that the Family Court has the power to order property settlement of their properties.

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Protecting your property-injunctions under the Family Law Act

An injunction under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (FLA) is available to both married and divorced people with or without children, as well as to parties in a de facto relationship with or without children, including same-sex relationships

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Putting a value on a family business

A question that often is asked in family law proceedings is What is the value of my husbands wifes business? In a normal commercial context

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Recording phone conversations with your Ex

Audio recordings are commonly used in cases of domestic abuse, child custody and parenting disputes. Parties, parents, usually record conversations at home which shows child abuse or threats which can be used as evidence in divorce and parenting cases.

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Sperm donor kids seek rights

Children conceived by sperm donation often face identity problems when they grow up because of a lack of information about their genetic heritage.

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Staying in the Marital Home after Divorce

Where should women with dependent children live after their divorce? Some women want to buy out their husbands interest in the family home so the children dont need to move

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The Family Law Act 1975 gives federal courts welfare power in relations to children

The Family Law Act 1975 gives federal and State courts welfare power in relations to children which is basically the same with the parens patriae power of the State courts.

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The Family Law doors

The doors program has recently been introduced to assist separating parents and family law professionals to detect and respond to well-being and safety risks that family members.

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The Family Law Practitioners Asso calls for more court resources

The Family Law Practitioners' Association of Queensland (FLPA) is calling for more resources, more federal magistrates, and more staff to cope with a workload that has increased by almost 10 per cent since 2007.

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The meaning of family law

The family is a complex piece of legislation. It first came into force in 1975 and has been amended in numerous occasions to suit the present times and current demands of public interest.

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The vagaries of family law and property settlements

Family Law clients are often surprised to hear that there is no specific formula to determine each party's entitlement in a property division, unlike child support for example.

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Third party creditors can intervene in property proceedings

The Family Law Act enables third party creditors to intervene in property proceedings. By intervening, that third party creditor is joined as a party and can apply to have enforceable orders made for repayment of a debt.

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Various kinds of family law orders

There are many orders that a court may issue in relation to family law. It all actually depends on the application or what type of order is being asked by the applicant

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What are the timeframes for family court?

Final Orders,Appeals,Consent Orders, Interim Hearings ,Urgent Interim Hearings, Extremely Urgent Interim Applications

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What matters are filed in the Family Court of Australia

The Family Court of Australia handles most serious and complex matters such sexual allegations , international child abduction to matters that are likely to be taken in excess of 4 days.

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When should a Judge disqualify oneself from being a Judge

On 15 March 2011 the Family Court of Australia delivered judgement allowing an Appeal in the matter of Murray & Tomas and Anor (2011) FamCAFC 81.

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