Paternity testing and Family Law often cross paths. Testing may be required to settle a Child Support issue, a…
New Birth Certificates available for Adoptees
The NSW Government has recently introduced a new Birth Certificate that may be used as a legal identity document…
Marriage, Divorce and your Will – what you need to know!
About half of all Australians don’t have a valid Will. Of those who do, many make their Will and…
Can I secretly record my spouse?
We’ve all had times when we can’t recall a conversation that someone else swears we had. Often, one person…
When does Child Support cease?
Child Support is generally payable in respect to all children until they reach 18 years of age or until…
Who gets the Pets?
Animals are often considered as truly part of the family and special bonds develop between them, their owners and…
Seeking Recovery Orders when children go missing
There are occasions when a parent involved in Family Law proceedings removes a child from their usual residence in…
Can I change my child’s name?
Whilst it’s relatively easy for adults to change their name following the breakdown of a relationship, such as reverting…
How does bankruptcy affect Family Law Property disputes?
If a person is declared bankrupt during the course of a marriage or during the course of a Family…
Do sperm donors now have parental rights?
Does a man who donates his sperm to fertilise a woman’s egg have any rights as a father of…