Changes in Family Law Affecting Cairns Residents Family law is a dynamic and ever-evolving field, with regular changes and updates that can significantly impact individuals and families. Cairns, a beautiful city in Queensland, Australia, is no exception to these changes. Recent developments in family law have brought about several important modifications that Cairns’ residents should be aware of. In this blog, we will explore some of the key changes in family law that affect Cairns residents and how these changes...
Family Dispute Resolution The merger of the courts on 1 September 2021 brought with it a shift in how family law cases proceed, with a greater emphasis on dispute resolution both before and during a proceeding, and new rules to facilitate that shift. See brochures: “Before you file – pre-action procedure for parenting cases” and “Before you file – pre-action procedure for financial cases” In both thee FCFCA and FCWA lawyers must assist their clients to comply with their duty...