Navigating spousal maintenance issues can be a complex and emotional process. Our firm offers expert family law services in Cairns and have put together a comprehensive guide to help you understand how Cairns Family Lawyers and courts approach spousal maintenance matters. The Legal Framework: Federal and State Laws [caption id="attachment_17838" align="alignright" width="350"] Spousal Maintenance in Cairns[/caption] Spousal maintenance in Australia is predominantly governed by the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), particularly Sections 72 and 75. This legislation provides the general...