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Improvements to Domestic Violence Resources on the Gold Coast 22.09.17 The increase in awareness of Domestic Violence on the Gold Coast has put a spotlight on the resources available to victims. Amongst those resources, and at the centre of the conversation, is the new Domestic and Family Violence Specialist Court (‘the DFV Court’).

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The Hidden Crisis of International Parental Child Abduction in Australia 22.09.17 With one of the highest per capita rates of international parental child abduction (IPCA) in the world, Australia would seem uniquely placed to raise awareness of the issue. But, apart from some high profile cases, the facts, complexities and devastating effects of IPCA remain largely hidden from mainstream view.

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Second Magistrate allocated to the Domestic Violence Court Southport 22.09.17 The longstanding issue of domestic violence has recently received significant media attention which has assisted with the social awareness of an issue which affects so many individuals.

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The Dangers of DIY Wills 22.09.17 Two recent Queensland cases demonstrate the importance of complying with legislation when drafting your will.

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Case Update: Spouse's Death Before Property Settlement Finalised 22.09.17 When a marriage breaks down, it is recommended that spouses enter into a legally binding arrangement with each other regarding the division of property and assets. This is usually achieved through either a binding financial agreement or a Consent Order made under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth).

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The Basics of Prenuptial Agreements 22.09.17 A prenuptial agreement, or Binding Financial Agreement (BFA), is an agreement between couples made before a marriage or de facto relationship.

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International Travel and the Hague Convention 22.09.17 If you intend on travelling with a child who is subject to a court order or parenting arrangement the process of travelling overseas can be difficult.

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Family Law Mediation - A sensible alternative to Court 22.09.17
Family Law – Big Money And/Or High Profile Cases 22.09.17 In the past decade there have been a number of highly publicised Big Money and/or High Profile Family Law Cases.

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Family Law – International Child Abduction 22.09.17 You may have recently heard a lot in the media about cases of International Child Abduction, due largely to the highly published case of the children from Italy who went into hiding in Australia.

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Family Provision Applications – Will Challenges 22.09.17 Often claims are brought by beneficiaries or others who have not been left what they consider to be adequate provision from the deceased in light of their circumstances. This can include situations where applicants have received no benefit or where applicants have received a benefit.

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Congratulations for making the 2017 Doyles Guide for Family Lawyers 22.09.17 Congratulations to the Ramsden Lawyers partners in family law, Anton Richardson and Alice Drummond, for making the 2017 Doyles Guide for family lawyers on the Gold Coast.

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