As of 17 January 2022, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (“FCFCOA”) have introduced special measures to protect both Court staff and Court users in light of the challenges faced by the nation relating to COVID-19.
Effectively, it
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Best Wilson Buckley Family Law is a regional law firm specializing in family law with offices in Toowoomba, Ipswich, North Lakes, Brisbane, and Dalby, Australia. The firm provides legal advice and representation in areas such as separation, divorce, property settlements, parenting arrangements, and domestic and family violence. Their approach emphasizes minimizing conflict and emotional stress, aiming for amicable resolutions where possible. They also focus on protecting the wellbeing of children and financial security of clients during family law matters. The firm publishes content related to legislative changes, practical guidance on family law issues, and updates on relevant legal policies affecting families.
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Why should you mediate your matter?
The court has long held a view that mediation is an appropriate step towards resolution prior to a parenting matter coming before the court. Solicitors generally have held the same view.
As of 1 September 2021, the court rules have…
What impact does the delay of return to school mean for our family?
Two recent announcements made by the government in relation to COVID-19 will have major impacts for some separated families. Firstly, children aged five to 11 are now eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccination. The return to school for Queensland students…
My ex and I have different views on vaccinating our children – what do I do?
The year 2022 is already off to a demanding start. In this rapidly changing world, the government has announced two major changes in the last week that have had drastic impacts on families.
Firstly, children aged five to 11 are…
How do we resolve a parenting dispute if my lawyer’s office is closed over Christmas?
By Max Sutton
A parenting dispute can be difficult for some separated parents to navigate. Throw Christmas and the heightened emotions that often accompany the holidays into the mix, and these disputes can seem almost impossible to resolve for some families.
We always…
Preparing for the Christmas season following separation
By Max Sutton
With the festive season and summer school holidays fast approaching, it might be time to take stock of some of the important things in your life, particularly if you are going through a separation or have a parenting agreement or…
How can I finalise parenting arrangements before Christmas?
By Max Sutton
Co-written by Audrey Akenson
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year… but it can also be a difficult and uncertain time for separated families, especially where there is disagreement with respect to the parenting arrangements for the children…
Kara Best Appointed as Senior Judicial Registrar
The team at Best Wilson Buckley Family Law are incredibly proud of our own Kara Best on her appointment as a Senior Judicial Registrar in the newly amalgamated Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia effective 11 October 2021.
Kara…
A New Day
Welcome to a brand new day, and the most fundamental shift for decades in the manner in which our legal system manages family breakdown and the conflict that emanates from such an inherently personal experience.
On paper, the environment could…
New Court Eve: What will tomorrow bring?
The new Court rules are live and the focus no doubt of much review and concentration ahead of when they take effect tomorrow, 1 September 2021. The new rules are termed the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Family…