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Paternity Determination in Brisbane In Brisbane, Queensland, determining paternity in family law cases involves a complex process guided by the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). Central to this process is the presumption of paternity, which can arise from various circumstances such as marriage, cohabitation, registration of birth, court findings, signed acknowledgments of paternity, and artificial conception. [caption id="attachment_17925" align="alignright" width="350"] Paternity Determination in Brisbane[/caption] However, this presumption is not absolute and can be rebutted through evidence presented on the balance...

Family law matters are often emotionally charged and complex, requiring careful consideration and professional guidance to navigate successfully. In Far North Queensland, specifically in Cairns, there are various legal services available to assist individuals and families facing challenges in areas such as divorce, child custody/living arrangements, and property settlement. This blog aims to shed light on the diverse range of family law services in Cairns, empowering residents to make informed decisions during difficult times. Divorce and Separation [caption id="attachment_17879" align="alignright"...

The Role of the Appellant Court in Family Law - Australia The High Court has reiterated many times that orders made in the exercise of judicial discretion under the Family Law Act as to the alteration of property interests can only be set aside on a strictly limited basis in accordance with the principles in House v The King (1936) 55 CLR 499 (“House”) It is not enough that the judges composing the appellate court consider that, if they had been in the...

Family Court and Child Vaccinations Australia Whilst many couples have long, happy relationships, there are bound to be one or more serious points of disagreement when it comes to raising children. These issues become more relevant in circumstances where the couple has separated and has different views on how best to raise the child. One increasingly common topic is whether to issue children with Child Vaccinations in Australia. The Argument In recent years, social media contentions around child vaccinations in...