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Parenting disputes in the Family Court affect people deeply. When accusations are being thrown around, and in particular when children...

Pursuant to new restrictions, personal cross-examination at trial may be banned in family law proceedings where there are allegations of...

Relationships break down for many reasons and unfortunately, it is not always on good terms. However, being able to amicably co-parent...

In family law parenting matters, it is well-established that the paramount consideration to the Court is the best interests of the child....

It can be a terrifying moment for parents when they discover that their partner or ex has taken the children somewhere and cannot be...

A DNA test is typically the most reliable method of determining whether or not a man is the father of a child. However, under the Family...

It’s the most wonderful time of the year!” … except when it’s fraught with arguments because your ex won’t agree to a Christmas parenting...

For families with separated parents, coping with Christmas can be a time of disappointment and disagreement. Rather than opening presents...

One of the most common issues parents face is defiant children. For separated parents, this issue may arise when handover is looming. So,...