Shinohara’s Case

Shinohara’s Case

SHINOHARA’S CASE -TURNING FAMILY LAW ON ITS HEAD From time to time the Federal Circuit and Family Court (“Fcfcoa”) produces a case that is a watershed in the law. The recent case of Shinohara is one such case. This case has already had an enormous impact on the...
Family Violence

Family Violence

BALANCING JUSTICE: Family Violence and Financial Outcomes Changes made to the Family Law Act in June of this year now require Courts when dividing assets between the parties to take into account any family violence. This is a very significant change to the...
Collars and Custody

Collars and Custody

COLLARS AND CUSTODY Pets in the Family Law Act We all know that pets can feel part of the family. When couples separate the biggest dispute can often be about who retains the beloved dog, cat or other pet. Recent changes to the Family Law Act now allow the Court to...