Kristie Smith – Director
Matthew Kinder – Director
Rebecca Hall – Associate Principal
Chelsea Bech – Solicitor
Eileen Rifici – Office Manager/Paralegal
Beth Di Rado – Senior Paralegal
Lauren Smith – Law Clerk
Family law matters involving drugs, alcohol or family violence - Exposing a child to a parent (or third party) who is under the influence of drugs or alcohol, in possession of drugs, or engaging in family violence, is unthinkable to most parents. A common conundrum which separated parents face is how to protect their child from harm, whilst also supporting the child’s relationship with the… Read more about Family law matters involving drugs, alcohol or family violence
Taxation Implications in family law property settlement - Several tax considerations often arise during family law property settlements whether it is settlement by consent or the matter goes to trial in the Family Courts. In this blog, we explore some of the important things to consider when selling or transferring real estate and also look at how to address any existing tax liabilities… Read more about Taxation Implications in family law property settlement
Can I change my child’s surname after separation/divorce? - Following separation or divorce, it is not uncommon for a parent to change the surname of a child to recognise their surname in the child’s name. Whilst it is common for parties to change their surname following a separation and this can be done relatively quickly and easily, changing the surname of a child requires… Read more about Can I change my child’s surname after separation/divorce?
How to put a child on the Family Law Watchlist (formerly the airport watch list) - With Australia’s international borders now open and less restrictions on international travel following the pandemic lockdowns, we are seeing the return of more clients seeking urgent applications for their children to be added to the Family Law Watchlist (“Watchlist”). In this blog, we explore the Watchlist’s purpose, how to apply for orders and what it… Read more about How to put a child on the Family Law Watchlist (formerly the airport watch list)