Many moons ago, while I was still a banking lawyer, a family lawyer friend told me that no-one ever files documents on time in the family...

Separating from a life partner you share a home with is difficult enough when they’re rational, reasonable and empathetic. But what...

On 1 September 2021 the Australian family court and federal circuit court (the “FCC”) will merge. And I can’t wait. At the moment the...

There’s a litmus test question for determining whether you are in an abusive relationship. Have you ever asked yourself, “is this what...

Domestic abuse is a lot like hepatitis. Most people don’t know they have it. However, its impact on sufferers can be severe and...

A common but antiquated question in the family violence debate (using gendered language for historical accuracy) is “why didn’t she...

There’s a game played by primary school children in the Middle East. Each child is given a bucket and a number of blank slips of paper....

Spoiler alert: if you’re one of the few who haven’t seen the original Disney movie “Frozen” you may wish to remedy that before reading...

There’s a swear word that is often used by people who have just separated from their life partner. Contrary to popular belief, it doesn’t...

On 10 September 2019 the Australian family law act was amended so that perpetrators of family violence can no longer cross-examine their...

The generic definition of de facto means “existing or holding a specified position in fact but not necessarily by legal right”. A de...

A “toxic” boss can be described in broad terms as being self-centred, controlling (or micro-managing), manipulative and threatened by...