Celebrating 30 years of Michael Lynch Family Lawyers
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June 2026
Michael Lynch Family Lawyers recognised in Best Lawyers in Australia
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April 2026
We are proud to announce that our firm has been recognised in the Best Lawyers in Australia® 2027 rankings, with one of our solicitors, Debra Effeney, also receiving individual recognition. The Best Lawyers awards continue to gain prominence as one of the most respected peer-reviewed accolades in the legal industry. Inclusion is based on confidential [...]
Proud recognition: Debra Effeney featured in the 2027 Best Lawyers in Australia
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April 2026
We are honoured to have our Family Law Accredited Specialist, Debra Effeney, included in the 2027 edition of The Best Lawyers in Australia®. To be listed is a fantastic career achievement, marking Debra as one of the most credible lawyers in the Australian Family Law field. Congratulations, Debra! The process to be recognised by Best [...]
Social media, surveillance, and privacy: what is admissible evidence in my family law case?
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April 2026
Queenslanders are increasingly spending time on social media, updating our friends and followers with every detail of our lives. When it comes to a relationship breakdown, or divorce, it’s important to remember to be very careful about what you say or post online. Anything you post on social media can be used in court, [...]
Easter in two homes: finding peace, balance and new traditions
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March 2026
It sneaks up every year: Easter, school holidays, long weekends, chocolate overload. For separated families, a familiar question: how do we make this work for everyone, especially the kids? The truth is, Easter can be a mixed bag. There’s the emotion of it all, the planning, the expectations (sometimes from relatives you haven’t seen [...]
Can the court order shared care of the family dog?
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March 2026
We've noticed an increase in ‘paw-rents’ enquiring about orders for, or even having already agreed to parenting-style arrangements for their pets and seeking that they are ratified as consent orders. Think: week-about or time-sharing arrangements for their dog or cat, information-sharing and authorities for the vet and doggy-day care, and provisions for sharing of [...]
Relocation after separation: key lessons from Lando & Robin
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March 2026
Relocation disputes are among the most challenging parenting matters before the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. They often involve urgent interim applications, heightened conflict, and competing claims about what is best for children following separation. The decision in Lando & Robin [2025] FedCFamC2F 837 provides a timely reminder of how courts approach [...]
Costs in family law proceedings: what you need to know
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March 2026
One of the most common misconceptions in family law litigation is that a “successful” party will automatically recover their legal costs from the other side. The reality is very different. Costs orders in family law are discretionary, not guaranteed, and parties must approach litigation with a clear understanding that they will usually be required [...]
