The Child Protection Convention and jurisdiction of the Children’s Court
Despite fresh case law and legislative reform, international obligations still govern overseas jurisdictional issues.
Family law: March 2022
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON
Representing the child’s best interests: The role of the Independent Children’s Lawyer
The role of the Independent Children’s Lawyer largely revolves around facilitating the participation of the child in proceedings, gathering evidence and case management.
Family law: February 2022
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON
Family law: December 2021
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON
A client-friendly explanation of the merged Family Court
This newly merged court intends to create a more streamlined approach to litigation and significantly reduce wait times for litigants.
Family law: November 2021
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON
Dollar-for-dollar orders: levelling the playing field or a matter of opinion?
The desirability of legal representation for both parties and achieving fairness in access to representation underpin the concept of dollar-for-dollar cost orders.
Family law: October 2021
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON
Family law: September 2021
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON
Family law: August 2021
Reporting and analysis of recent family law decisions. By CRAIG NICOL and KELEIGH ROBINSON