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March 2024
What is procedural fairness?
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December 2023
When dealing with the law, procedural fairness is concerned with the procedures used by a decision maker – such as a judge – rather than the actual outcome reached. Procedural fairness is fundamental to the administration of justice. When procedural fairness has not been given, a person can file an appeal and get a [...]
Leading Brisbane Family & Divorce Law Firm for 2024
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December 2023
We are thrilled to share that 'Michael Lynch Family Lawyers' has been recognised in the latest Doyles Guide in the ‘Leading Family & Divorce Law Firms – Brisbane, 2024’ rankings. Doyles Guide, a reputable and impartial organisation, conducts assessments of individual lawyers and law firms through extensive research from various sources. This process involves [...]
Tarah Tosh and Kirstie Colls included in the 2024 Doyles Guide for outstanding Family Law expertise
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November 2023
Michael Lynch Family Lawyers is thrilled to announce the inclusion of two of our esteemed team members in the 2024 Doyles Guide. Tarah Tosh and Kirstie Colls, both Accredited Family Law Specialists and leaders within our firm, have been recognised in the Doyles Guide Leading Parenting & Children’s Matters Lawyer Rankings – Brisbane, 2024. [...]
Toxic parenting on both sides – who gets custody?
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November 2023
When separated parents are unable to agree on anything, what happens to their children? In a recent case, the courts were presented with a situation that was the culmination of years of infighting, bitter accusations, and toxic parenting. The couple had two girls, aged 8 and 6, and according to the judge, the children [...]
Webinar for Accountants – Determining Percentage Entitlements in Property Settlement
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November 2023
There is no 50% /50% presumption or (even) starting point when it comes to how property is divided between divorcing couples.... [...]
Military pensions and property settlements
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November 2023
When should an asset not form part of the property pool? In some cases, when it’s a military pension. In a recent case, a judge was found to have made an error by counting a military pension twice during a property split – firstly, as a capitalised asset, and then, secondly, as a future [...]
Queensland Law Society 25-year membership recognition for Kathleen Dare
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November 2023
We’re thrilled to announce that our Senior Associate, Kathleen Dare, has received recognition from the Queensland Law Society (QLS) for her remarkable 25-year membership. Kathleen has been presented with a special honour pin for her contributions and dedication to the society. Kathleen has extensive experience in various family law areas, including divorce proceedings, property [...]
Webinar for Rural Audiences and General Public – Family Law for Farming, Rural and Regional Clients
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November 2023
Introducing our exclusive webinar designed especially for farmers and rural property owners. The webinar will take you through crucial legal aspects that surround family farm and property divorce settlements... [...]