It is not unusual for parents to advance their children money. It could be for their first car, grandchildren’s school fees, a holiday, medical...
Family Law
De Facto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes
Inheritance disputes can often involve a person claiming to be a de facto partner of the deceased. Establishing the existence of a de facto...
The Not So Modern Family
The law has come a long way to incorporate modern family units, but where does it draw the line? In a decision by the Federal Circuit Court, a man...
Could I be in a de facto relationship without realising it?
Could I be in a de facto relationship without realising it? Our family lawyers are often asked what defines a de facto relationship? Some are...
Same-Sex Couples and Family Law Property Settlements – What Are My Rights and Remedies?
Same Sex Couple Legislation in Australia On 9 December 2017, same sex couples were given the right to legally marry in Australia and have their...
Partner Jillaine is now an Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
We'd like to congratulate Jillaine Duve, a CMC partner, for recently becoming accredited as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. A...
What is coercive and controlling behaviour?
Jess Hill’s recent fantastic 3-part documentary series on SBS called ‘See what you made me do’ has shone a light on something that our family...
Pilot Family Law Scheme to address delays
Delays within the family law court system are well known, and people can live in limbo waiting for a decision. In our latest article in The District...
Step away from the phone and come out with your hands up
Social media can be a land mine when used in the wrong way during family law matters. In our latest article in The District Reporter we discuss some...
Separating and practical implications
Ending a relationship is an incredibly stressful time in anyone’s life, and it’s easy to forget to do things which are vital to protecting you and...










