Pets on the Pedestal
I have had at least one pet as a member of my household throughout my life. At this time I have a dog, cat and chickens, who are definitely part of my family, and whose needs must be taken into account when any family decision is made that impacts on them. They are part of…
Tips and Traps for working under a s102NA grant
Having accepted a number of these grants this year, I am reviewing what I have learnt about these very difficult matters, and share this here in the hope that it might assist others also operating in this space, or considering doing so. The best place to search for information about this area of practice is…
Breaking Down Language Barriers in the Australian Family Law System with Family Lawyer Antonia He
Navigating the family law system in Australia can bring certain challenges for separating families, especially if members of those families do not speak English or speak it as a second language. With the perspective and legal expertise of Creative Family Law Solutions’ very own Antonia He, this blog aims to unpack what families and family…
Helping Yourself To Move Forward: A Personal Account of OCD and Anxiety
“Sometimes you have to help yourself in order to move forward.” At Creative Family Law Solutions, we often emphasise the importance of prioritising mental health, whether you’re navigating separation or simply managing daily life. Sometimes, it’s through the experiences and stories of others that we recognise the need to take action and seek help. With…
Our charity partnership with ReadySet
At CFLS we are very proud to be associagted with the Charity ReadySet. They do such great work, and we feel that it is such a good fit for us! Having a job can often be the key to the future. A job gives you income, and the freedom to be able to make choices…
Why good collaboration is so important between a client and their lawyer by Georgina Robertson
How you and your family lawyer collaborate with one another can make a significant difference in finding the solutions you need regarding your family law matter. To help demonstrate what good collaboration can look like from both sides, CFLS paralegal Georgina Robertson shares one of her earlier experiences working with a client and explains how…
10 tips for what you do when you are newly separated
Separating from your partner can be overwhelming, and knowing where to begin or what to prioritise is not always easy. Often, our minds can focus on the most obvious and practical things, but there are also more personal aspects that deserve just as much attention. To help give you a starting point that will prepare…
What happens in separation? Your emotional, physical, and legal journey.
Separation can be one of the most devastating life experiences we face. Most of us will either be touched by it personally, or through a close family member or friend. Whilst each separation experience is unique, there are aspects of it that are common to everyone. In this Creative Family Law Solutions blog, we look…
Whose problem is it- the child’s or the parent’s?
https://www.facebook.com/206007089755992/videos/360463375379760 Another instalment of our Conversation Series where I discuss this fascinating topic with guest speaker Donovan Nufable. Covid has been a particularly challenging time for everyone in the community, with many jobs under threat, social isolation the new norm, and a pervading sense of uncertainty for what the world will look like next…
The Value of the Visual in Mediation
When I first met Michael Hunt nearly 30 years ago, I was very impressed by his focus on the visual in mediation. He had white boards, butchers paper and many different coloured textas, and he used these very skillfully to support his role as a facilitative mediator. He has since then taken this passion into…