Insights
Plain-English notes on the law, from Adelaide Road.
A handful of short reads on what comes up most often. Written by a Gawler practice serving the community since 1985, without the legalese.
family law legal aid
Family Law Legal Aid in Australia: Eligibility, Services, and Private Alternatives
Family law legal aid provides eligible Australians with legal advice, dispute resolution and, in selected cases, court representation. Eligibility depends on fi…
pets after separation Australia
Who Keeps the Pets After Separation? Australian Family Law Explained
After separation in Australia, a pet may stay with one party, be transferred to another consenting person, or be sold. Courts now apply specific Family Law Act…
child support Australia
Understanding Child Support in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents
Child support in Australia is financial support paid for a child's benefit after parents separate. Services Australia can calculate payments under a statutory f…
consent orders Australia
Understanding Consent Orders in Australia: Your Guide to Formalising Family Law Agreements
Consent orders in Australia are written parenting or financial agreements approved by a family law court. Once made, they have the same legal force as orders de…
when do you need a family lawyer
When Do You Need a Family Lawyer in Australia?
You need a family lawyer when separation affects your children, property, financial security or personal safety, especially where agreement is uncertain or lega…
wills lawyers
Crafting Your Will in South Australia: Expert Guidance from Wills Lawyers
Wills lawyers help South Australians create legally valid wills that appoint suitable executors, distribute estate assets clearly and address foreseeable disput…
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