Michael Lynch Family Lawyers are proud to announce the listing of two of our staff on the 2023 Doyles guide. Tarah Tosh and Kirstie Colls, who are both Accredited Family Law Specialists and leaders of our firm have been included in the Doyles guide Leading Parenting & Children's Matters Lawyer Rankings - Brisbane, 2023. Tarah [...]
Sometimes a tightly held belief makes it impossible for you to see the other side of an argument. If you’re not willing to budge, there’s no room for negotiations. This can be a real challenge in some parenting arrangements. The most important thing to remember is what’s going to be best for your children. [...]
If you and your spouse have decided to separate and you have children, one of your major concerns will be the impact that this may have on your children. So, after separation what comes next for your children? Here’s our “quick tips” guide (not an exhaustive list) to helping you with parenting arrangements after [...]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and for most of us, it’s the season we’re looking forward to. Christmas is a time to see family and friends, swap presents and stories and enjoy each other’s company. Particularly with interstate and international borders open again this year. If, however, you’ve separated or divorced [...]
A child’s relationship with their grandparents can bring a special joy to everyone involved, but in the event of a family separation, what rights do grandparents have? Under the Family Law Act, grandparents can make an application to spend time with their grandchildren. However, grandparents should be aware that the court will generally give [...]
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and for most of us, after a stressful 2022, it’s the season we’re looking forward to. It’s a time to see family and friends, swap presents and stories and enjoy each other’s company. Christmas holidays can be a time of mixed emotions, particularly for separated families. [...]
If you’re getting ready to go to court, it’s important your solicitor has access to all the documents and reports that can help your case. A recent Family Court case highlights the importance of current and accurate evidence. In the case of Basford and Basford, the couple, who had five children together, had split [...]
So, you and your spouse have decided to separate – what comes next? The first thing you should do is make a plan, even if the split is amicable. Here’s our “quick tips” on what to do if you have just separated. Start a diary. Take notes and keep everything that happens between the [...]
The Family Court has recently decided that a 14 year old boy 'spend time' with his father in accordance with the boy's wishes after initial time on 4 occasions over 4 months. Facts: Since birth, the father spent irregular time with the child, and for significant periods; no time. The family report writer described the [...]
