When relationships end, it’s not just the house, car or furniture up for debate anymore, it’s the family pet too. Under new Aussie laws, pets are finally being recognised as more than property, with courts now considering their welfare and emotional bonds when deciding who gets custody. How would you fare?
Going through a divorce? A divorce lawyer can be your best ally in navigating the emotional and legal twists and turns. The stigma around divorce is fading, and more women are prioritising their happiness and future, there are pitfalls to avoid! Here are 5 things women should NEVER do during a split!
Whether you’re struggling with constant conflict, feeling disconnected, or simply realising that you’re no longer happy, divorce is a significant step that affects not just your relationship but your emotional well-being, family dynamics, and future. Here’s some advice and resources from one of our mums who’s been there.
New mum Laura was thrilled that finally her little family was complete. Unable to fall pregnant, they reached out to a friend who offered to help them with a surrogate baby! All went wonderfully until Laura needed some medical tests to determine an issue with her son. It’s there she realised, she wasn’t the biological mother, when they led her to believe it was her egg all along!
Co-parenting can be a testing journey, even under the best of circumstances. But what happens…
Creating a comprehensive parenting plan is essential for co-parents who are separated or divorced. A well-thought-out plan helps ensure the well-being of the children involved and provides clarity and structure for both parents.
For many women, there comes a moment when we know it’s over and divorce is inevitable. Several women reveal when this a-ha moment came.
This go-to guide on how to leave an abusive relationship may be the checklist you need if you are ready to walk away and never look back.
This letter from a mother to her daughter’s stepmother has gone viral, and it’s easy to see why.
No one goes into a marriage assuming it will end in divorce. Yet it happens. Often. Whether you’ve been married for 15 months or 15 years or any other amount of time, it can be incredibly difficult to navigate the waters and determine how to end your marriage.
Co-parenting during the early stages of separation isn’t always smooth sailing, and if you’re dealing with an uncooperative ex-partner it can make things especially challenging.
One of the trickiest parts of separating is deciding the right co-parenting schedule. While there’s no one-size-fits-all, our family law expert offers five excellent options for children of all ages.