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Quick tips – a guide to property settlement

16 January 2023

If you and your spouse have decided to separate, one of the biggest issues to sort out is who gets what. This is known as a property settlement and it’s preferable if it occurs sooner than later. Here’s our “quick tips” guide to helping you through property settlement after separating from your spouse: Get [...]

Think before you text your ex

16 January 2023

The weeks and months following a relationship breakdown are no doubt painful and it’s tempting to send hurtful messages via text or email. But if the custody of your children is at stake, think before you hit “send”. Anything you send to your former partner can be used in court and if it’s less [...]

Which school – who decides?

11 January 2023

It’s almost a new year of school but some things may have changed. Has your child’s living arrangements changed? Does your child want to change school? Who decides where your child should go to school after separation or divorce? Issues regarding school enrolment and getting children ready for school can often ignite disagreement and [...]

Welcome Stephanie Smith

5 December 2022

Leading Brisbane Family & Divorce Law Firm for 2023

5 December 2022

We are thrilled to announce that Michael Lynch Family Lawyers has been recognised in the latest Doyle’s Guide for 2023 as a leading Brisbane Family & Divorce Law Firm. The list features firms practising within the areas of family law, matrimonial, parenting, property and spousal maintenance matters in the Queensland legal market. Doyles guide [...]

Tarah Tosh and Kirstie Colls listed on the Doyles Guide of Leading lawyers for 2023

2 December 2022

Michael Lynch Family Lawyers are proud to announce the listing of two of our staff on the 2023 Doyles guide. Tarah Tosh and Kirstie Colls, who are both Accredited Family Law Specialists and leaders of our firm have been included in the Doyles guide Leading Parenting & Children's Matters Lawyer Rankings - Brisbane, 2023. Tarah [...]

Seeing the truth

30 November 2022

Sometimes a tightly held belief makes it impossible for you to see the other side of an argument. If you’re not willing to budge, there’s no room for negotiations. This can be a real challenge in some parenting arrangements. The most important thing to remember is what’s going to be best for your children. [...]

Quick tips – a guide to parenting after separation

17 November 2022

If you and your spouse have decided to separate and you have children, one of your major concerns will be the impact that this may have on your children. So, after separation what comes next for your children? Here’s our “quick tips” guide (not an exhaustive list) to helping you with parenting arrangements after [...]

Coping with christmas – tips for separated families

15 November 2022

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and for most of us,  it’s the season we’re looking forward to. Christmas is a time to see family and friends, swap presents and stories and enjoy each other’s company. Particularly with interstate and international borders open again this year. If, however, you’ve separated or divorced [...]

Grandparent rights – a grey area

15 November 2022

A child’s relationship with their grandparents can bring a special joy to everyone involved, but in the event of a family separation, what rights do grandparents have? Under the Family Law Act, grandparents can make an application to spend time with their grandchildren. However, grandparents should be aware that the court will generally give [...]