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Your first meeting with a family lawyer can seem like a daunting prospect, but a great family lawyer should be able to make you welcome and at ease from the very start of your meeting. If you’re wondering what to expect at your first meeting with a family lawyer, we’ve put together this short guide […]
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Child support is one of the areas we get asked the most about as family lawyers in Perth. Here are some of the most common questions about child support answered by our team at Hickman Family Lawyers. 8 Common Questions About Child Support What Is Child Support? Child support is an ongoing payment made by
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Did you know that Australia was one of the early adopters of the no fault divorce principle back in 1975? But, do you know what the no fault divorce principle is? Our team of divorce lawyers in Perth has put together this post which explains everything you need to know about no fault divorce and
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Family Dispute Resolution, (FDR) or mediation, is one of the most efficient and successful processes in Australia, assisting divorcing couples to resolve their disputes and negotiate a fair and just settlement that they can both live with. FDR practitioners can assist in all financial and parenting matters. What Is Family Dispute Resolution? Unlike a Court
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The divorce process can seem complicated and overwhelming – but here are 14 key things you should know about the divorce process. Do we need to agree to divorce? No. If one spouse believes the marriage has irretrievably broken down and there’s no prospect of a reconciliation, it is highly unlikely that a Court will
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Are you wondering how to go about contesting a restraining order? Being served with a restraining order can be a stressful experience, but you do have options when it comes to how to respond. One option is to accept it, but you can also choose to contest the restraining order. Here’s what you need to
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When is it time to see a family lawyer? You might think the only time you need to consult with a family lawyer is when you decide to get divorced. However, there are other times in life when a consultation with a family lawyer might be extremely useful. Here are 4 different situations where it
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As family lawyers in Perth, we’ve heard it all when it comes to divorce myths. So here are 9 myths about divorce busted by our family law team. Myth #1 – Both Parties Have To Agree To Divorce Certainly not true. There is no law compelling anyone to remain in an irretrievably broken marriage or
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What is an independent children’s lawyer? Find out more about what an independent children’s lawyer is, and how they might be able to help your child. What is an Independent Children’s Lawyer? An Independent Children’s Lawyer (ICL) is a qualified lawyer usually appointed by the Family Court to represent the interests of a child or
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A question we’re often asked as family lawyers in Perth, is ‘is my ex entitled to my superannuation?’. Here’s what you need to know about what happens to your superannuation when you separate or divorce. How is superannuation treated in a divorce? Under Australian Family Law, superannuation is considered as an asset, making it permissible
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