Lance Jackson

Can you get a divorce without going to court?

Divorce hearings are heard and processed by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA), which reviews ...
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Who can get spousal maintenance in a divorce?

What is Spousal Maintenance? Spousal maintenance is financial support paid by one party to their former spouse when ...
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Do you need a lawyer to get a divorce?

Can I self-represent in a divorce? We often get asked a question: Can you represent yourself? The answer ...
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How to get a fair child custody arrangement

Should you engage a child custody lawyer? Engaging a child custody lawyer can be highly beneficial in navigating ...
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The average divorce in Australia occurs around 13 years after marriage

Some other trends we have seen are a gradual decline in the number of marriages across the country, ...
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Do prenups actually work?

Legal Standing of Prenups (BFAs) in Australia The Family Law Act of 1975 recognises BFAs as legally binding ...
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What’s the difference between Prenups and Binding Financial Agreements?

If you’re considering marriage and looking at a way to protect your assets, you may have come across ...
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What is a binding financial agreement?

A binding financial agreement (BFA) covers the financial arrangements between parties if a relationship breaks down, whether marriage ...
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How to get a divorce in Australia

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, there were 2.2 divorces per 1,000 people, with 56,244 divorces granted ...
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What is an independent children’s lawyer?

Under section 68L of the Family Law Act 1975, an independent children's lawyer (ICL) is a legal professional ...
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