Intervention Orders – What to do if you are served with one Breaching an intervention order is a criminal offense, with a maximum penalty of 2 years imprisonment or a fine up to $24,000, or both Many intervention order matters will arise out of a related assault (or other) charge, a family law matter or …
Laws on Children

The top 8 myths of separation Many of our clients come to see us with incorrect assumptions about their rights, and their ex- spouse’s rights after separation. To help you understand the process, we have put together a list of the top 8 myths of separation with answers: Myth 1. “If I move out I …

Legal principles applying to family violence: The family law presumption of “equal shared parental responsibility”, does not apply in cases where there is child abuse or family violence The requirement that people attend mediation does not apply if there is family violence or abuse A fear or apprehension of family violence must be “reasonable” A …

What are the new laws about children? Changes to ’the Family Law Act 1975′ made in 2006 include: The introduction of a new presumption of shared parental responsibility A new way for the court to determine what is in the best interests of a child A focus on parenting plans to reach agreement over children without having …
