Stepchildren and Property Settlements: Does Caring for a Stepchild During Marriage Matter?

6 December 2024

As blended families are becoming increasingly common, when partners separate, people often ask if and how contributions that they have made towards their stepchildren during the relationship are considered when determining the division of assets in a matrimonial property settlement. What impact, if any, do such contributions have on the division of assets after separation? [...]

Understanding ADR: Exploring Mediation, Conciliation, Arbitration and Collaborative Practice

6 December 2024

There are various forms of alternative dispute resolution (“ADR”) and you may be required to participate in at least one form prior to filing a Court Application. Collaborative practice is a new form of dispute resolution in family law. Collaboratively trained lawyers may agree to a roundtable conference where the parties and their lawyers meet [...]

Coping with Christmas – timely tips for separated mums and dads

26 November 2024

While Christmas is for many, a joyous occasion, the holiday season can be a reminder of challenges for families where parents are separated or divorced. It can bring forth emotions of sadness, disappointment and disagreement and unfortunately, children can get caught in the crossfire. One of the most important things is to realise that [...]

Introducing Our New Paralegal/Law Graduate Role

8 November 2024

Today, we share a significant development within Michael Lynch Family Lawyers – the creation of a new role: Paralegal / Law Graduate. This position is designed specifically for team members who have successfully completed their Law Degree and are working towards the completion of their Practical Legal Training (PLT). This new title reflects our [...]

Is it better to have a female family lawyer?

29 October 2024

If you’re meeting with a family law solicitor, it’s highly likely you’re going through a stressful time. Separation, divorce, making child custody arrangements and sorting out a property settlement means you need to speak with an expert in all areas of family law. Research from the United States suggests more and more clients are [...]

Michael Lynch Mediations: Introducing Mediation Services at Michael Lynch Family Lawyers

21 October 2024

At Michael Lynch Family Lawyers, we are committed to providing compassionate, efficient, and tailored legal services for our clients. In line with this commitment, we are proud to introduce our new mediation services, designed to help clients resolve family law matters with reduced conflict and a focus on the well-being of all parties involved. [...]

Talking about divorce with kids – an age-by-age guide

15 October 2024

Sitting down with your children to tell them you’re getting a divorce is one of the hardest conversations you’ll ever have. Be prepared for questions like “who will look after me?” or “where will the cat live?” Knowing where children are at developmentally can help how you might frame the discussion. 0 to 5 [...]

Dads are rarely given shared custody – fact or fiction?

17 September 2024

A common misconception about parenting arrangements post-divorce, is that fathers are never given primary care of their children. This is not the case – there is absolutely no law, or even presumption in Australia, that mothers get greater access to their children than fathers. As of May 2024, the court’s first duty is to [...]

What is parental alienation?

9 September 2024

Decades ago, it was called ‘taking sides’ but now it’s recognised as parental alienation – where one parent attempts to turn their child against the other parent. It’s becoming increasingly common in custody disputes and it can take a range of forms. The term Parental Alienation Syndrome (PAS) originated in the United States when [...]

Exciting News from Michael Lynch Family Lawyers: We are Moving to a New Office

2 August 2024

Galleon Law Group Announces Office Move for Two of its Brands to One Location We are thrilled to announce that Michael Lynch Family Lawyers and GLG Legal Brisbane, both firms of Galleon Law Group, are moving into the same location at the end of August 2024. This strategic move allows us to provide even [...]

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