Family

Articles

9 Nov 2016

Government's 'bedroom' tax unlawful

Supreme Court slams 'ironic and inexplicable inconsistency' of state's approach

8 Nov 2016

The need for a consistent approach to same-sex marriage

Differences in the law on same-sex marriage and adoption internationally are preventing parents from being recognised as such, writes Helen Greenfield

8 Nov 2016

Uncertain future for family law after Brexit

Cross-border divorce cases face uncertain post-Brexit future, says Clayton Miller

8 Nov 2016

'Long overdue' cohabitation laws urgently needed

Lawyers call on government to introduce protection for fastest growing family type

1 Nov 2016

The journalese of divorce

The law recognises the length of a marriage and relevance of non-financial contributions, so why doesn't the media, asks Pippa Allsop

1 Nov 2016

Promoting 'out of court' divorce

The courts are no longer viewed as places for determining disputes, but as valuable real estate to be plundered, writes Marilyn Stowe

31 Oct 2016

Full disclosure

Roocroft reminds solicitors dealing with contentious probate claims that disclosure must be full and accurate or court orders may be set aside, writes Margaret Windram

14 Oct 2016

Leading family lawyer calls for action on 'endemic' court delays

Urgent cash injection needed, says FLBA chair