Court Proceedings
We have extensive experience with litigation to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
We advocate for you throughout the Court process, which deals with and determines issues including:-
Arrangements for children;
Financial support;
Property and superannuation.
We have particular expertise in high value and complex family law litigation.
The litigation process may involve obtaining urgent or interim Orders to protect you, your children or your assets. We will guide and support you through every aspect of the litigation process.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Interim orders are made to put arrangements in place (parenting and/or financial) while the case is ongoing.
Final orders resolve the matter on a final basis. They may be made by consent or by the Court after a hearing.
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For parenting matters you generally need a section 60I certificate showing you have attempted family dispute resolution, unless an exemption applies.
In financial matters you are expected to take genuine steps to resolve things before filing. There are also exemptions that apply including family violence, child abuse and urgency.
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The first hearing is usually procedural. The Court identifies the issues in dispute and may make procedural orders so the parties can participate in dispute resolution.
For example:
in financial matters, the Court may make orders for valuations (property and/or a business) and financial disclosure; and
in parenting matters, the Court may make procedural orders such as requiring parties to participate in assessments, and it may order a family report to assist the Court.
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Yes. Parenting and financial matters can run in the same proceedings. They are decided under different parts of the Family Law Act, so the court considers them separately even when they are running side by side.
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