How a court determines what is in a child’s best interest

- May 2024 signaled significant amendments to the Family Law Act 1975
- Section 60CC tells us how a court determines what is in a child’s best interests
- The changes have abolished the old two-phase approach of primary and secondary considerations
- New general considerations with a focus on safety
Urban Separation Checklist

- Feeling overwhelmed?
- You need a checklist to help figure out what to do when you are separating.
- Download this guide
- Consult an experienced family lawyer
- Privacy and safety is paramount in any separation
- Keeping a diary helps you remember key information
Child Impact Report Guide – what is is and how to prepare?

- Stay child focused!
- Don’t make personal attacks on the other parent.
- Share how you can support your child/ren’s needs.
- Raise any concerns for your child/ren’s welfare and what you think could assist.
- Acknowledge that you understand the concerns raised by the other parent.
Family Law Property Settlement – what are you entitled to?

- Understand what is taken into account in determining your entitlements
- You need to identify & value the assets and liabilities
- Assess contributions
- Identify future needs
- Look at whether it is fair in the circumstance to divide the property
Community Expert Guide: 3 easy ways to confidently calm your child in a meltdown

- Practical guide on how to confidently calm your child in a meltdown
- How to accept children’s emotions but not their behaviours
- How to help children how to articulate their emotions
- How to understand how your child is feeling and align with their values
- Written by expert life and parenting coach Lidia Georgy
How To Save Money On Your Lawyer’s Fees

- Batch communications
- Think big picture/long term gain
- Unless it is a fixed-price fee, we charge based on time, that will include emails, texts, phone calls
- Keep communication concise
- We are happy to give you are time but that comes at a cost
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