The Federal Government recently announced substantial increases in fees to be paid to both the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court in respect of family law cases. The legal profession through both the Law Council of Australia and the various state representative bodies (including the Law Institute of Victoria) has voiced opposition to the fee […]
Generally speaking, there are 3 issues to discuss after a relationship breaks down irretrievably. 1. Divorce (if the parties are married). You cannot apply for a divorce until separated for at least 12 months. Separation can be under the same roof if not living as a couple. 2. Parenting. If there are dependant children (under […]