CarolineNov 211 minTake back your throne: Reclaim your power in family court cross-examinationIn this webinar, Caroline explains what you can expect during family court cross-examination, and how to prepare for it. She will...
CarolineNov 201 minHow to know you're in a toxic relationshipCaroline talks with Sallyanne Hartnell of Reflect Coaching about: How to recognise an unhealthy or toxic relationship; Key indicators...
CarolineJun 56 min5 reasons why consent orders rockIf you have separated from your partner, you will likely need to divide your property. If this is done informally (by a simple...
CarolineFeb 83 minThe times they are a-changin’Two random but strangely connected articles caught my eye this week, and I thought they were worthy of comment, given they represent a...
CarolineMay 31, 20225 minWhy file on time?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...
CarolineSep 14, 20213 minProperty settlement with a toxic spouseSeparating from a life partner you share a home with is difficult enough when they’re rational, reasonable and empathetic. But what...
CarolineJul 22, 20212 minHere's to the family court mergerOn 1 September 2021 the Australian family court and federal circuit court (the “FCC”) will merge. And I can’t wait. At the moment the...
CarolineFeb 27, 20212 minWhat does a healthy relationship look like?There’s a litmus test question for determining whether you are in an abusive relationship. Have you ever asked yourself, “is this what...
CarolineJan 16, 20211 minDomestic abuse is like hepatitisDomestic abuse is a lot like hepatitis. Most people don’t know they have it. However, its impact on sufferers can be severe and...
CarolineDec 10, 20202 minToxic relationship? Wait for the snapA common but antiquated question in the family violence debate (using gendered language for historical accuracy) is “why didn’t she...
CarolineNov 16, 20202 minTeach your kids about bucket dippersThere’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....
CarolineOct 24, 20203 minWhy every parent should watch FrozenSpoiler 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...