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Parenting Plans for Children with Special Needs: Legal Considerations & Support
Tailor your parenting plan to your child’s unique needs. Village Family Lawyers explain legal considerations, support and best practices for children with special needs in Victoria.
Relocation & Long-Distance Parenting: Navigating Moves After Separation
Thinking about moving with your children? Learn how relocation affects parenting plans, court approval and long-distance parenting arrangements in Victoria.
How to Reach a Fair Property Settlement Without Going to Court in Victoria
Learn how to achieve a fair property settlement without the stress of court. Village Family Lawyers guide you through mediation, negotiation and consent orders in Victoria, Mount Eliza, Malvern and Mornington Peninsula.
How Lawyer-Assisted Mediation Works
Discover how lawyer-assisted mediation works. Learn about our fixed-fee pre-mediation service and lawyer-led support for fair outcomes.
Binding Financial Agreements: Pros, Cons, and Legal Advice
Learn the pros and cons of financial agreements and consent orders after separation. Clear, practical advice for your financial future.
High-Asset Divorce: Protecting Your Business and Investments
Protect your business and investments in a high-asset divorce. Expert family law advice for complex property settlements in Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.
Mediation Services vs Court in Family Law: What’s Best for You?
Explore the benefits of mediation services over court in family law. Compare outcomes in separation, parenting, and settlement matters.
Divorce vs Separation in Australia: What’s the Legal Difference?
Divorce vs Separation in Australia explained. Learn the legal differences, timelines and how each affects property, parenting and your next steps.
Parenting Arrangements in Victoria: How Are They Decided?
Parenting arrangements in Victoria explained. Learn how child custody laws decide living, time, and parental responsibility after separation.
Parenting Plan After Separation: What You Need to Know
Learn how to create a child-focused parenting plan after separation. Practical steps, legal insights, and guidance from trusted family law experts.
Navigating Property Settlement After Divorce: A Guide for Informed Decision-Making
Learn how property settlement works after divorce. Explore legal steps, negotiation options, and why expert legal guidance makes all the difference.
Legal Insight: Separation Process in Victoria — What You Need to Know
Discover the separation process in Victoria, your legal rights, and practical steps. Expert guidance for Malvern & Mornington Peninsula. Book a confidential consult.
Legal Insight: Why Court Orders & Binding Agreements Matter After Separation
Explore the importance of Court Orders and Binding Agreements in Property Settlement to protect your financial future. Without court orders or a properly binding property settlement, you could be leaving the door open to serious complications down the track
How the New Property Settlement Laws Impact Families and Their Future Homes
Explore how the family law reforms are placing children’s welfare, fairness, and accountability at the centre of property settlements
How Divorce Affects Children Emotionally: What Every Parent Should Know
Explore the emotional impact of divorce on children, how to recognise changes in child behaviour after divorce, and effective strategies for helping children cope with separation.
Understanding Financial Disclosure: From Unwritten Rule to Legal Mandate
Discover your obligations around financial disclosure when separating in Australia. Learn what to disclose, how to protect yourself, and avoid legal pitfalls.
Beyond Equal Time: New Approaches to Parenting Arrangements After the 2024 Reforms
Explore how the 2024 family law reforms impact parenting arrangements, moving beyond equal time. Learn about new approaches prioritising children’s best interests.
Exploring the Economic Impact of Family Violence on Property Settlements: Insights from a Property Settlement Lawyer
Consult a property settlement lawyer to understand how the 2025 legal changes addressing the economic effects of family violence could impact your settlement. Expert advice provided.
Family Law Property Settlement Changes from 10 June 2025: What Separating Couples Need to Know
Family Law Property Settlement Changes from 10 June 2025: What Separating Couples Need to KnowSeparation is a challenging time, and the legal landscape is evolving to better support separating couples in achieving fair and equitable property settlements. As of 10 June...
The Future of Divorce: Why Divorce Mediation is Becoming the Preferred Choice
The Future of Divorce: Why Divorce Mediation is Becoming the Preferred ChoiceThe legal landscape of family law is shifting, with divorce mediation emerging as the preferred method for resolving disputes. As courts increasingly advocate for alternative dispute...
Understanding the Role of an Independent Children’s Lawyer in Parenting Matters
Understanding the Role of an Independent Children’s Lawyer in Parenting MattersWhat is an Independent Children’s Lawyer? An Independent Children’s Lawyer (ICL) is a legal professional appointed by the court to represent the best interests of a child in parenting...
Understanding Family Dispute Resolution in Parenting Matters
Understanding Family Dispute Resolution in Parenting MattersWhen families navigate separation, creating a parenting arrangement that works for everyone—especially the children—can feel overwhelming. Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) provides a constructive way for...
Understanding Spousal Maintenance: What You Need to Know
Understanding Spousal Maintenance: What You Need to KnowSeparation and divorce often involve complex financial and emotional considerations, and for many, Spousal Maintenance can provide essential financial support during this challenging time. Spousal maintenance...
Protecting Your Superannuation in a Divorce: What Every Australian Needs to Know
Protecting Your Superannuation in a Divorce: What Every Australian Needs to Know Superannuation in Divorce is one of the most important yet misunderstood aspects of property settlement in Australia. As retirement funds are often a couple's largest financial asset,...
Parenting Plans vs. Court Orders: Which is Right for Your Family?
Parenting Plans vs. Court Orders: Which is Right for Your Family?When parents separate, one of the most crucial decisions is establishing a parenting arrangement that suits both parties while prioritising the children’s well-being. While some parents opt for informal...
Social Media During Separation: Navigating Online Behaviour in a Digital Age
Social Media During Separation: Navigating Online Behaviour in a Digital AgeIn the age of social media, our lives are increasingly shared online, but when going through a separation or divorce, your digital presence can affect your legal journey. It’s crucial to...
Family Law Amendment Bill 2024: How the 2024 Reforms Are Creating Safer and Fairer Outcomes for Australian Families
Family Law Amendment Bill 2024: How the 2024 Reforms Are Creating Safer and Fairer Outcomes for Australian Families On 29 November 2024, the Albanese Government introduced the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024, marking a significant advancement in Australia's family law...
Ethics of a Divorce Lawyer
Ethics of a Divorce Lawyer Family law is a sensitive area of legal practice, requiring a high standard of ethics to ensure fair and transparent service for both parties involved. An important ethical consideration arises when a divorce lawyer has previously met with...
The 4 Questions People Often Ask About Family Law Mediation
The 4 Questions People Often Ask About Family Law MediationFamily law mediation is a valuable process for resolving disputes without going to court, but it’s natural to have questions before entering mediation. At Village Family Lawyers, we’ve helped numerous clients...
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