Falling divorce rates aren’t telling the full story, family lawyer says

Although divorce rates in Australia have been declining over the past decade, a family lawyer cautions that these...

06 May 2025

By Grace Robbie

Not-for-profits left to pick up government’s slack on domestic violence, lawyer says

The government has dumped the responsibility and immense pressure of addressing the scourge of domestic and family...

28 March 2025

By Naomi Neilson

Excuse or explanation: Lawyers divided on defence for gendered violence

Poor mental health, a cycle of abuse and evidence of a “hard life” are some of the submissions made on behalf of...

21 March 2025

By Naomi Neilson

Declining marriage rates coincide with rise in ‘grey divorce’

An increase in the number of “grey divorces” means couples need to work with family lawyers to ensure equitable...

26 February 2025

By Jerome Doraisamy

A family lawyer on why more couples are saying ‘I do’ to prenups

With the increasing number of couples opting for prenuptial agreements, a law firm principal discusses what this surge...

25 February 2025

By Grace Robbie

Navigating the legal complexities of a ‘grey divorce’

Older couples who want to divorce often have their minds completely made up, but there are still numerous challenges...

18 February 2025

By Naomi Neilson

Why changes to the Family Law Act work against its own cause

Recent legislative changes have left many of us scrambling to adapt to the new framework, asking whether the changes...

20 December 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

What family lawyers need to know about the latest legislative reforms

The recent updates to the Family Law Act send clear messages to the legal profession and broader community, writes...

11 December 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Prestigious 30 Under 30 Awards 2025 unveils more finalists

Lawyers Weekly announces 286 finalists across corporate counsel (large business), family law, financial services,...

28 November 2024

By Naomi Neilson

Thornton + King acquires Sydney boutique

NewLaw firm Thornton + King has acquired a boutique family law firm and has appointed the firm’s owner to a key...

15 November 2024

By Grace Robbie

Parenting arrangements involving children with special needs

Navigating parenting arrangements from a legal perspective is a challenging endeavour, multiplied significantly when...

18 October 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Children’s lawyer named WA Law Society president for 2025

Gary Mack, who is the mayor of West Australian town Cambridge, as well as an independent children’s lawyer and family...

11 October 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

How new laws could cater for disputes over pets

As any family lawyer will tell you, informing a client that their beloved furry friend is lumped into the property...

26 September 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Family lawyers are combating burnout by doing law differently

While collaborative practice is not the answer to every situation, the opportunity to think about, and do, separation...

12 September 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Estrin Saul Lawyers promotes senior associate into leadership role

To complement the growth at Estrin Saul Lawyers & Migration Specialists, the firm has promoted one of its lawyers...

19 July 2024

By Naomi Neilson

Understanding the vicious cycle: Representing DV offenders who are also the victims

I am often asked why I represent people that commit family violence. Here is my answer, writes Lauren...

12 July 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

How social media is changing outcomes of family law matters

Permeating nearly every aspect of society, social media’s influence extends to family law cases within Australia with...

11 July 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Resolve Divorce appoints new GM, promotes 2 to senior associate

Award-winning boutique firm Resolve Divorce has promoted two of its associates to senior associate and named a new...

09 July 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

JustFund names new COO

Specialist family law lender JustFund has appointed a former practitioner as its new chief operating...

09 July 2024

By Jerome Doraisamy

Family lawyer’s $115k bill voided for disclosure failures

A family lawyer’s $115,000 legal bill was voided by a judge who found he did not provide a costs estimate but...

04 July 2024

By Naomi Neilson