If a parent has taken a child/ren without permission and won't return the child/ren, you do have several legal and non-legal options. Non-legal options include: Talking to the other parent;…
What am I entitled to in a divorce or separation Australia? In Australia after a divorce or separation, you are entitled to: your 'fair' share of the property pool, the…
Brisbane North Family Lawyers - Handling Your Family Affairs with Diligence When your family situation gets tough, it’s crucial to make arrangements to meet and consult with an experienced Brisbane…
A complete overview of Grandparents rights Sadly it is not uncommon for relationships between parents and their adult children or their child’s co-parent to sour. Sometimes, if you are a…
Follow our step by step separation checklist for seamless separation First things first 1. Keep a diary You may need to recount events and conversations to your lawyer at a later…
Parental responsibility pertains to the decision-making process regarding the long-term decisions of the children until such time as the children attain the age of eighteen (18) years. What Does Sole…
For harmonious and healthy co-parenting, separated or divorced couples need to communicate effectively for the sake of their children, before their relationship reaches a comfortable balance, they must figure out…
Fixed fee or fixed price divorce lawyers offer services at a fixed rate no matter how long the legal service takes. Most divorce or family lawyers charge by an hourly…
Cudmore Legal has a large number of independent reviews of our family lawyers. We've included some of them here See more reviews on Cudmore Legal Family Lawyers Brisbane Google Page…
A child in Australia is unable to depart Australia without having the consent of both parents or those who have parental responsibility. To prevent the unauthorised removal of a child from Australia, a parent can apply to the Court for an order
We are pleased to be awarded the Best Boutique Brisbane Family Law Firm at the 2019 5th Annual APAC Legal Awards. APAC is an independent body focused on recognising greatness…
If you’re looking for a child support lawyer, Cudmore Legal can help you. What is child support? Child support is a payment that one parent can pay to another parent…
Property settlement after divorce time limit You have a stict time limit of 12 months from that date of your divorce order to make an application to the court for…
There is no simple, straight answer that anyone can give you; and if someone has given you a flat age, they either do not understand the complexity of this issue…
Unfortunately, just about everyone knows someone who has, is or will go through a divorce. Your mate won’t always get this advice from his lawyer, so here are our top…
Mediation is a form of ADR (amicable / alternative dispute resolution) which, for parenting matters, is a compulsory step you must take before you can file proceedings (unless your matter…
If you are not happy with the time you are spending with your children you may need to make a change to the current arrangements. Step 1: Speak with the…
Family orders, either for parenting matters or property settlement, can be quite complex. What happens if you or your ex-partner fail to comply with the orders? If the orders are…
As a Sandgate/Brighton local, I’ve come to love the area. We have such a fantastic community spirit which I am fortunate to be part of. As a local Family Lawyer,…
It is a common sentiment that fathers have historically had a tough time gaining child custody. "Father’s custody rights" is a concept that wasn't widely discussed or considered in most…
Divorce can be emotionally taxing and financially straining. For many people, a divorce is the first time they'll have to consider hiring a lawyer. With so many lawyers advertising on…
If a parent has family violence will they get custody It depends on numberous factors as to whether a mother or a father will get custody if thier is a…
Our standard consent order package is for couples who have agreed on the division of the assets. Call us now on (07) 3317 8346 for a reasonable and affordable fixed…
Getting married ‘legally’ is a little more involved than you may originally think. Unfortunately, most people believe that once the celebrant, officiant or priest says the words “I now pronounce…
Write down your story and provide it to your lawyer before meeting them. This can save significant time and allows the lawyer to get to the main legal issues faster.…
Having a valid Will is essential to your estate planning, without it you die intestate which is exactly what you want to try and avoid. What is the importance of 'valid'…
All parties involved in a family law dispute are required to provide to each party and the Court all information which is relevant to an issue in the case. This information could be in the form of a paper document or stored by some other means such as USB’s, CDs and other computer storage device.
Disputes after relationships end are uncomfortable but are a regular part of the separation process. If you have previously done some research on Alternative Dispute Resolution, you may have noticed that there are a lot of different types of Alternative Dispute Resolution.
The cost of a will can vary depending on how you wish to make your will. A Will kit is under $100, a Simple Will with a solicitor or lawyer can be from $500 - $800 (including an enduring power of attorney). A wider estate plan may be from $1000 depending on your needs.
Virtually all property you’ve accumulated during your marriage should be included for division between the parties. We can help you gather everything you need. To make sure you get what you are entitled to the first step is to know what’s really in the property pool. To do this you need to gather any documents related to your assets or liabilities.
Depending on the size of the asset pool and your ex’s cooperation, a judge working out how property will be split is usually not going to be a great outcome for either party. Whether you were de facto or married usually doesn't matter here. The best outcome is often achieved by a negotiated settlement with the assistance of an experienced family lawyer and this avoids the cost and uncertainty of court orders.
Going through a divorce is likely going to be the most difficult time of your life. Divorce doesn't need to be the most expensive or emotionally draining thing you do if you approach it right. You don't want your divorce costing more than your wedding, and while the loss of a relationship is akin to the death of a loved one, there is tactics that can help lessen the blow both emotionally and financially.
An experienced family lawyer will be able to guide you when mediation fails and it doesn't mean you have to go to court just yet.
Whether or not mediation is suitable really depends on your own unique situation and it’s best to discuss it with an experienced family lawyer
Become educated about your child's health condition or else you risk a Court finding you don't have the capacity to look after them properly.