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Three things you need to know about Family Law:

  1. Separation is an extremely difficult journey for everyone involved. The Family Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court of Australia, through its specialist judges and staff, assist Australians to resolve their most complex legal family disputes. A lot of families can sort out their affairs without the assistance of a family lawyer, although many Australians deal with a family lawyer in the event of a messy divorce or a more complicated financial separation. It’s important that you instruct a family lawyer to protect your interests.
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  2. In Australia, a divorce can be obtained where parties have been separated for at least 12 months, the marriage has broken down irretrievably, and there is no chance of reconciliation. An Application for Divorce can either be filed by the parties jointly, or by one party separately. An experienced family lawyer can help guide you through this process without all the stresses associated with being self-represented.
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  3. Parenting Orders are orders made by the Court that deal with the arrangements for a child or children when parents have separated. Following separation, Parenting Orders can be made by agreement between the parties by way of ‘Consent Orders’, or after a Court hearing. It is important for you and your children that you have a family lawyer to help you through this.
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If you are looking for a Family Lawyer in Ringwood, Hutchinson Legal can assist you. We have a dedicated team of qualified family lawyers based in Ringwood.

Our goal is to resolve your matter in a cost-effective and timely matter. Due to the nature of family law, sometimes parties cannot resolve the matter without the assistance of the Court. If your matter does go to Court you can expect Hutchinson Legal to provide expert advice to guide you through every step of the process.

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More Information on Family Law

For more information on family law, visit the following websites:

Family Court of Australia

Federal Circuit Court of Australia - Parenting Cases

We can advise you on:
Children’s Matters
Property Settlements
Separation and Divorce
De facto relationships
Child Support
Intervention Orders
Binding Financial Agreements

Navigating separation & divorce? Let us guide you.

Child Parenting Orders

Parenting Orders are formal arrangements made by the authority of the Court to determine the time to be spent by a child or children when parents have separated or are in the process of separating. Following separation, Parenting Orders can be made by agreement between the parties, or after a Court hearing.

Child Parenting Orders

Parenting Orders are formal arrangements made by the authority of the Court to determine the time to be spent by a child or children when parents have separated or are in the process of separating. Following separation, Parenting Orders can be made by agreement between the parties, or after a Court hearing.

Child Support Agreements

A Binding Child Support Agreement is a flexible way for parents to arrange child support. The parties can agree on an amount to be paid for child support by way of a binding agreement.

Child Support Agreements

A Binding Child Support Agreement is a flexible way for parents to arrange child support. The parties can agree on an amount to be paid for child support by way of a binding agreement.

Consent Orders

Consent Orders are arrangements agreed upon by the parties and approved by the Court. Consent Orders can be made in relation to parenting issues and/or property issues before a Court proceeding has commenced or by the parties together applying for Consent Orders from the Court.

Consent Orders

Consent Orders are arrangements agreed upon by the parties and approved by the Court. Consent Orders can be made in relation to parenting issues and/or property issues before a Court proceeding has commenced or by the parties together applying for Consent Orders from the Court.

Defacto Relationships

De facto partners (whether same sex or different) separated after 1 March 2009 can apply to the Family Courts in relation to Property and Maintenance Orders with the same rights as a married couple.

Defacto Relationships

De facto partners (whether same sex or different) separated after 1 March 2009 can apply to the Family Courts in relation to Property and Maintenance Orders with the same rights as a married couple.

Divorce Proceedings

In Australia, a divorce can be obtained where parties have been separated for at least 12 months, the marriage has broken down irretrievably, and there’s no chance of reconciliation. An Application for Divorce can either be filed jointly or separately.

Divorce Proceedings

In Australia, a divorce can be obtained where parties have been separated for at least 12 months, the marriage has broken down irretrievably, and there’s no chance of reconciliation. An Application for Divorce can either be filed jointly or separately.

Property Settlement Orders

The Court can make Orders in relation to the division of property following separation of a married couple. Sometimes, these orders are required because the parties cannot resolve the matters between them without third party assistance. Parties can obtain Court Orders in relation to how the asset pool of the parties is to be divided.

Property Settlement Orders

The Court can make Orders in relation to the division of property following separation of a married couple. Sometimes, these orders are required because the parties cannot resolve the matters between them without third party assistance. Parties can obtain Court Orders in relation to how the asset pool of the parties is to be divided.

Recovery Applications

If a child/children have been unilaterally moved by a parent without the consent of the other parent, the other parent can file an urgent Recovery Application to the Court for a Recovery Order.

Recovery Applications

If a child/children have been unilaterally moved by a parent without the consent of the other parent, the other parent can file an urgent Recovery Application to the Court for a Recovery Order.

Relocation Applications

If you wish to relocate with your children to another town, state or country, it’s essential that both parents consent to the move. If you are unable to reach an agreement, then a Relocation Application can be made to the Court.

Relocation Applications

If you wish to relocate with your children to another town, state or country, it’s essential that both parents consent to the move. If you are unable to reach an agreement, then a Relocation Application can be made to the Court.

Questions? Ask our Family Law team.

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