Divorce
LAC Divorce Lawyers are experienced compassionate divorce lawyers who will fight to protect your interests in the event of divorce. Our Divorce Lawyers are knowledgable and experienced when it come to negotiatng and dealing with all aspects of Divorce proceedings. Rest assured LAC Divorce Lawyers will relentlessly pursue your rights.
LAC Divorce Lawyers are the Divorce Lawyers of choice because;
- 5 experienced Divorce Lawyers
- Compassion and Understanding
- Skilled Negotiators
- 6 Offices Sydney 3 Offices Melbourne
Divorce Lawyers
LAC Lawyers have a team of lawyers with the experience in divorce law cases that you need to get the best outcome. The following is a selection of our currently practicing divorce lawyers.
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Divorce in Australia
Under the Family Law Act 1975, divorce is a legal separation of a couple that resulted in a marriage breakdown. When filing for a divorce in Australia, there a lot of factors to consider, matters to deal with and prove the ground of your separation.
Read more about Divorce in Australia from our Divorce Lawyers or call us on 1300 799 888 (Sydney) or 1300 734 638 (Melbourne)
Divorce must be an Irretrievable Breakdown
The sole ground for divorce is 'irretrievable breakdown' of the marriage. This means that both parties have lived separately and apart for a period of at least twelve months before making an application for divorce.
Read more about what constitutes an irretrievable breakdown from our divorce lawyers or call us on 1300 799 888 (Sydney) or 1300 734 638 (Melbourne)
Divorce Certificates and Parenting Order Certificates
The Family Law Act requires couples to submit the necessary documents before the court can grant divorce and parenting order certificates. Necessary certificates are essential to acquire before the commencement of any divorce or parenting orders to proceed. If these mandatory undertakings are not met by the separating couple, court proceedings may not take place.
Read more about divorce certificates and parenting order certificates from our divorce lawyers or call us on 1300 799 888 (Sydney) or 1300 734 638 (Melbourne)
Children in Divorce
Divorce is an important issue and can have a detrimental effect on the care, welfare and development of a child. In order to ensure that the best interest of the child are not implicated in the event of a divorce, the Courts will not automatically grant a divorce if there are children involved, unless it is satisfied that proper arrangements have been made.
Read more about children in divorce from our divorce lawyers or call us on 1300 799 888 (Sydney) or 1300 734 638 (Melbourne)
Annulment and Divorce
If you believe that your marriage was invalid, you can apply to the Court for a decree of nullity. This decree will declare your marriage void from the outset. In order to obtain a decree of nullity, one of the following grounds must be established.
Read more about annulment and divorce from our divorce lawyers or call us on 1300 799 888 (Sydney) or 1300 734 638 (Melbourne)
You only want the best for your family. LAC Lawyers have proven experience in family law, and will help you get the outcome you want. For more information about divorce, call LAC today on 1300 799 888 (Sydney) or 1300 734 638 (Melbourne)
Divorce Articles
Family Law - Grandparents and Their Rights
Date: January 13, 2012
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
In recent years, the role of grandparents has become increasingly significant. Considering the increase of family breakdown, participation of both parents in the labour force, financial difficulties, single parenthood, cost of child care, more grandparents are yearning to know their rights on how they could regularly contact their grandchildren and what they can do to help care for their grandchildren.
Family Law - Binding Financial Agreements - Spousal Maintenance Provisions - The power of courts to order spousal maintenance regardless of binding financial agreements
Date: November 29, 2011
Author(s): Patrick Mulligan B.A., LL.B.
Family Law – What can I do if my partner has given away or transferred property during the relationship, separation or divorce?
Date: November 29, 2011
Author(s): Patrick Mulligan B.A., LL.B.
The purpose of this article is to explain the court’s power to set aside transfers of property and transactions by a party to a relationship. This power is available to the court pursuant to s106B of the Family Law Act 1975. A claimant may apply to the court for an order under this section where a proposed or actual transaction or disposition of property by a party will have the effect or likely effect of defeating property and maintenance related orders under the Family Law Act 1975.
Criminal Law - Child Abduction
Date: November 16, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
Abduction is defined as the unauthorised removal of a minor from the custody of the child’s natural or legally appointed guardians.
Australia is party to the Hague Convention, an international agency that battles the prevention and eradication of child abduction. The Hague Convention is a multilateral legal treaty signed by Australia, as well as many Asian countries, European countries and the US in which they agreed to assist one another when possible child abduction may arise.
Family Law - Hidden Assets: How can the law protect you?
Date: November 08, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
Obtaining a property settlement due to divorce can be a very complicated procedure which often causes great angst and stress amongst all parties involved. Our Family Law Solicitors understand that as a result, people are often led to hiding their assets, in order to ensure that their former partner does not receive a just and equitable amount. However, this is a breach of their statutory obligations to make a full and frank and disclosure and our Family Law Solicitors will ensure that all information are brought to the table by your former spouse.
Family Law - Property Financial Statements
Date: November 08, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
In financial cases, parties are required to file a financial statement with their initiating application. A financial statement contains a detailed summary of an individual's financial condition. The parties must also file an amended financial statement later in the proceedings if their circumstances change.
Family Law - Property Settlement Proceedings
Date: November 08, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
The parties to the marriage are under a legal obligation, under the Family Law Rules, to try and resolve and differences between them by way of an alternative dispute resolution (ADR). ADRs may include negotiation, family counseling, conciliation or arbitration. In the event that ADR is unsuccessful, try writing to the other party, setting out your claim and perhaps making proposals for settlement.
Family Law - The Legal Obligation of Full And Frank Disclosure
Date: November 08, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
As at 1 June 2009, the Family Law Rules provides that each party to a case has a duty to the Court and to each party to give full and frank disclosure of all information relevant to a case, in a timely manner. Such obligation is of particular significance to proceedings relating to spousal maintenance; declarations of interests in property; alterations of property interests; setting aside property orders; maintenance agreements and their termination.
Family Law - Divorce - Irretrievable Breakdown
Date: October 27, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
Divorce is something that no couples would wish for, but in reality, it happens. It can be extremely distressing and the complex procedure required by the law can further enhance the emotional burden on both parties.
Family Law - Relocation of Children
Date: October 13, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
LAC Family Lawyers are able to advise parents of children who wish to relocate or whose former partners wish to relocate and hence affect the location or visitation rights of the parents. Our Family Lawyers are able to provide compassionate advice in order to protect the best interests of the child and ensure that you as the parent maintain access to your children.
Family Law - Best Interest of a Child
Date: October 12, 2011
Author(s): Angelita Manlangit LL.B.
LAC Lawyers are experienced family lawyers who understand the intricacies of family relationships and the issues that arise when a marriage ends. Our family lawyers will be able to guide you through all the issues involved in marriage breakdown including the best interests of the child.
Family Law - The legal rights of de facto couples versus married couples
Date: December 20, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Since June 1999 the term De Facto has been used to describe the relationship between the two adults (over the age of 18 and including couples of the same sex) who...
Family Law - The importance of documents and the process of discovery and disclosure
Date: December 08, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
It is a fundamental principal in family law that the process of discovery and disclosure of all material that is relevant to the case be made to ensure a fair outcome.
Family Law - Rights v Interests: the family law experience
Date: October 07, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
When you first see your family lawyer, there’s a jumble of information you need to provide and even more information for you to receive. You’re understandably emotional and perhaps confused about what lies ahead for you.
Family law - Separation
Date: August 09, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Separation is very common in todays’ world. Separation is somewhat described as the end of an intention by parties to continue to live together. The intention to separate is communicated to the other and often one party moves out of the home or they start leading separate lived under the same household.
Property Law - Family Law - The concept of joint land ownership when family relationships break down.
Date: May 17, 2010
Author(s): Michael Pickering B.A., LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., M. A.
Joint land owners hold land either as joint tenants or as tenants in common. Joint tenancy is far more common. Through this method of ownership, the interests of one spouse or partner are deemed by law to flow automatically to the surviving spouse or partner irrespective of whether the deceased spouse or partner has left a will or other testamentary document.
Family Law - Considering Seperation? Here are your next steps
Date: March 31, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Whether you are married or have been living in a domestic relationship, if you are considering separation you should also consider your family law obligations and entitlements before you finalise the decision to separate. At such a difficult and crucial stage in your life, it will be important for your transition to a new life to be as calm and smooth as possible.
Family Law - The Competing Issues of Bankruptcy and Family Law
Date: January 13, 2010
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Family law property settlements or applications for spousal maintenance may be further complicated where one spouse is bankrupt or considering bankruptcy. In these circumstances, a conflict clearly arises between the competing interests of a trustee in bankruptcy and the separated non-bankrupt spouse in determining how property should be distributed between the parties.
Family Law - Marriage Separation or the break down of a long term de facto relationship is always difficult. At LAC Lawyers we can guide you through the legal process
Date: May 19, 2009
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Separation is a major step for everyone. It's a time when you need help and information. Most people admit feeling the worst they have ever felt in their life. Should you and your partner decide to separate, it is vital that certain immediate decisions will need to be made in relation to the children and your finances. It is at this stage that you should seek legal advice about your situation, and here at LAC Lawyers, our experienced solicitors can guide you through this sometimes traumatic and cumbersome process, as painlessly as possible!
Family Law - The importance of a instructing a lawyer when applying for divorce
Date: February 04, 2009
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Many people believe that they can undertake a Divorce on their own without legal assistance. However cost effective this may seem most Divorce cases are complicated involving children, property and other financial matters. At LAC Lawyers we will provide you with a quality and efficient service designed to ensure your Divorce and other related matters become final in the eyes of the Court.
Family Law - Are you Eligible to Obtain a Divorce and What is Involved in Obtaing One
Date: February 24, 2008
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Family Law - Where to Apply for a Divorce and the Costs Associated With Divoirce Proceedings
Date: February 24, 2008
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Marriage breakdowns is a very sad, yet regular incident in our Australian Society. Some surveys have indicated that over 40% of families in Australia undergo divorce each year. During such a stressful time of marriage breakdowns, many parties do not have any background knowledge about the procedures for obtaining a Divorce and what is involved, and when their marriage does irretrievably breakdown, they often feel lost and alone and do not know where to seek help from.
What to expect when you call LAC Lawyers
Date: December 13, 2006
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
LAC Lawyers is a full service firm dedicated to the provision of superior legal services in Australia. Our aim is to provide unrivalled client satisfaction coupled with high quality service and advice. When you call LAC Lawyers our friendly reception staff will spend time with you to identify the area of law your enquiry relates to then pass you on to one of our qualified solicitor's who can help you.
Family Law - The Divorce Process
Date: September 14, 2006
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Applications for divorce are processed by Registrars of the Federal Magistrates Court, who sit in the federal court buildings at Sydney and Parramatta . The court process is quick and easy for most people, and if there are no children under the age of 18 attendance at court is unnecessary for either party.
Family Law - Responsible parents: the legal approach to raising children
Date: September 21, 2005
Author(s): LAC Lawyers
Being a parent can be a wonderfully rewarding experience. However, often parents will face difficult circumstances such as divorce or separation that may detract from attending to the full responsibilities and duties towards a child according to law. At LAC lawyers, we can provide a clear guide as to your full rights and responsibilities as a parent under the family law system.