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Family law (also called matrimonial law or the law of domestic relations) is an area of the law that deals with family matters and domestic relations.

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    QLD Can you sue the Family Law Court for gross negligence?

    Hi, newbie here so apologies in advance for any faux pas. So far, I haven't see this exact question raised/answered in this forum or anywhere else online... Can you sue the Family Law Courts for gross negligence in failing to protect a child? I am the (now-adult) child who underwent the custody...
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    NSW How did your family law court experience pan out

    Hi - I am just at the beginning of this process, and have no idea what to expect. I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share their stories and experiences of the court process, it would be so greatly appreciated. I'm interested to know the following kind of things: 1. What happened...
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    NSW Refused to return the child and refusing any contact

    My daughter had mediation in March 19 and came up with a plan for my 2 year old grandson Long story short she had a planned trip to Darwin for two weeks with her partner , we have family up there and he was going for work, she asked if he would let him go and he said flat out no, she talked to...
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    Parenting Coordinator

    Has anyone got any experience with using a parent coordinator? Pros vs Cons? I’m after some shared knowledge and experiences. Thanks.
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    False sexual assault allegations DHS Dhhs children

    I had a 2 week trial late last year I have 2 daughters to two mothers and they both accused me of multiple sexual assaults over the last 3 years, I was found not guilty of any of them worse 3 years of my life though, I was wonder if anyone has any evidence against DHHS I want to get at least 7...
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    False sexual assault allegations DHS Dhhs

    I had a 2 week trial late last year I have 2 daughters to two mothers and they both accused me of multiple sexual assaults over the last 3 years, I was found not guilty of any of them worse 3 years of my life though, I was wonder if anyone has any evidence against DHHS I want to get at least 7...
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    VIC Fathers justice family false allegations

    I had a 2 week trial late last year I have 2 daughters to two mothers and they both accused me of multiple sexual assaults over the last 3 years, I was found not guilty of any of them worse 3 years of my life though, I was wonder if anyone has any evidence against DHHS I want to get at least 7...
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    NSW Property settlement after nearly a decade

    Family court has ordered a property be valued for sale as both mine and exs names are on the title . Bit of background info for context, Weve been seperated for over 8 years. Ex lived at property for less than 3 months (over 8 years ago). All financial contributions were & have always been...
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    QLD Family Law Court - Contact with Other Side's Lawyer?

    I am currently self-representing in family law court. Since filing my affidavit, I have been contacted by telephone by the lawyer working for the mother to discuss out of court property settlement. Just wondering if I should take any calls for the lawyer or insist on everything to be in writing.
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    NSW Solicitor Breaching AVO by Encouraging Contact?

    I currently have a no contact AVO taken out by the police against my ex-husband. My two children and I are the protected persons. I am currently in family law court to which the ex is attempting to get visitation rights. His solicitor, although fully aware of the order has been sending me...