In a recent case, Hankel & Kaplan (2025), the court dismissed an appeal against a property settlement order. The wife had been seeking a stay of the final property orders, pending her appeal. She had been ordered to sell properties in default of a cash payment to her former husband. The wife told the [...]
If you and your former partner are involved in a parenting dispute that involves teenagers, the common question is – are the kids’ views considered? The short answer is yes, particularly as they get older. There is no specific age at which a child can legally decide for themselves where they want to live, [...]
On Monday the 27th of July, the Australian Government is conducting a test of AusAlert, the new national emergency warning system. AusAlert is a fast and reliable way to help communities be informed and better prepared during local and national emergencies such as bushfires, severe weather and public health emergencies. It will be ready [...]
Domestic Violence Orders (DVOs) in Queensland can have a significant impact on family law matters, especially those involving parenting arrangements. Under the law, if anyone thinks a child is at risk of family violence or child abuse, they must tell the court. If the court finds evidence of family violence or child abuse, orders [...]
Digital assets and cryptocurrency are becoming more common in Australian families and therefore are making a greater appearance in property settlement cases. Family Trusts have been used for many years to hold matrimonial assets. So, who gets what in 2026? Under Australian family law, cryptocurrency and digital assets will be considered property and are [...]
