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A complete guide to separation and divorce from a collaborative practice perspective — practical strategies for dispute resolution aimed at keeping you out of court.
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Interviews with psychologists, mediators, barristers, divorce coaches and more — a holistic resource for anyone going through the family law process.
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Separation & divorce
England and Wales have recently adopted no-fault divorce laws which means that unhappy, separating individuals can end their marriages without needing to “prove” that their ex was guilty of adultery, unreasonable…
20 April 2022
Wills & estates
For many parents involved in separation and divorce, organising a plan for your estate that is consistent with your wishes, dreams and desires is often overlooked.
13 April 2022
Wills & estates
1. Settlor: the person who creates the trust (as part of their will). 2. Trustee: responsible for carrying out the terms of the will. 3. Beneficiary: person/s entitled to receive benefits of the trust. 4. Court: the…
6 April 2022
Property & finances
Superannuation is an increasingly significant asset in the property pool for separated Australian couples. For many, especially those who are separating many years in their marriage or de-facto relationship,…
3 April 2022
Parenting
“The court has the power to recover the children and bring them back to the state you relocated from, and also return them to the school they once attended.” Did you know this? Over the last few months, as borders…
25 March 2022
Wills & estates
Why should you make a will during the COVID-19 pandemic? Well, there are a few good reasons:
16 March 2022
Family violence
Gaslighting behaviour refers to making someone question their perception of reality, their memories and possibly their identity. This is a form of psychological abuse that is often carried out through one’s words or…
13 March 2022
Parenting
As a collaborative family lawyer I always strive to keep families out of court, especially after a parenting order has been agreed on.
4 March 2022
Parenting
A new service launched last year that is such a valuable tool for high conflict co-parents to make decisions, but it’s also one so many families don’t yet know about, writes family lawyer Cassandra Kalpaxis.
2 March 2022
Separation & divorce
If you have been following the show you will know that Domenica, one of the brides, was recently married and divorced before joining the show as a contestant. The entire first episode of her MAFS wedding was based…
11 February 2022
Dispute resolution
Recently, Cassandra was on Ticker News to discuss what a Marriage Mediation session looks like and how it can assist you and your partner to breathe new life into your marriage and avoid separation.
23 November 2021
Wellbeing
Our Principal & Director, Cassandra Kalpaxis, recently shared her thoughts and experiences relating to lawyers’ mental health and perfectionism for the October 2021 edition of the Law Society Journal.
28 October 2021
Parenting
With children aged 12 and over now encouraged to be vaccinated, and with Pfizer currently investigating the efficacy of its vaccine in those aged 5 to 11 years in the US and Europe, making the choice for your…
27 October 2021
Wills & estates
“Your Will may be the most important thing you do for your loved ones. It is imperative that you create a Will that is tailored just for your situation . Protect your interests now, protect your family later”
7 September 2021
Property & finances
In Family Law property proceedings you will more than likely make a proposed settlement offer in an effort to resolve the matter or to avoid significant legal costs. An offer of settlement can be made at any time if…
27 August 2021
Family violence
It’s no secret that the hot topic on every one’s mind, from talk show Wendy Williams, mainstream media and your family members, is Britney Spears and the FREEBRITNEY movement.
11 July 2021
Parenting
With the Greater Sydney COVID-19 lockdown extended for an extra week, and announcements made that schools are offering online learning for the first week back after the school holidays, you might have run out of ideas…
8 July 2021
Dispute resolution
Collaborative Practice involves family lawyers coming together, in a collegiate fashion, and working with each other to have your separation resolved in a manner where positive communication, effective problem-solving…
28 June 2021
Dispute resolution
With the recent announcements of changes to the Family Court of Australia, and the ever-existent backlog of the Courts, there is an increased need for you to resolve your dispute through Alternative Dispute Resolution…
6 June 2021
Property & finances
11 May 2021
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