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This article outlines the 2025 changes to the Family Law Act, covering changes to property division, maintenance, family violence definitions, divorce processes, parenting proceedings and companion animals - with practical insights for separating couples and those navigating family law.
Learn about shared custody arrangements in Australia, including legal considerations, children’s needs, and when equal care works best. Our experienced South Australian family lawyers are here to guide you through separation and parenting decisions.
From 10 June 2025, disclosure obligations in family law matters will shift from court rules to the Family Law Act (1975). While the requirements remain the same, non-compliance will attract stronger penalties, including fines or imprisonment. Accurate and timely disclosure is essential in both property and parenting disputes.
This article explains how children’s views are considered during separation or divorce. It outlines court processes like Child Impact and Family Reports, and highlights alternative support services that help ensure children’s voices are heard while prioritising their wellbeing.
One of the most difficult parts of a relationship breakdown is to decide who keeps the family pet. Traditionally, Courts have treated pets as “property” in the same way as a home, car or bank account. From 10 June 2025, there will be changes to the Family Law Act 1975 which will mean that pets are treated as a particular kind of property, known as “companion animals”.
When a marriage or relationship breaks down, it can be a distressing, unsettling, and profoundly life altering experience. Some people separate on amicable terms but for others it is much more difficult. When the end of relationship is being contemplated or has happened, there are certain preliminary steps it can be sensible to take.
Here are some tips and a checklist to make sure you get the most out of the experience, that the Family Lawyer gets the information he or she needs, and you get the advice you are after.
The laws around divorce and family law can be a bit of a mystery. Our divorce lawyers have prepared some common important divorce questions to help you navigate getting divorced in South Australia.
On 1 December 2020, South Australian Parliament passed legislation to abolish the common law defence of provocation. But what is provocation, and what does its abolition mean for accused persons and criminal trials in South Australia?