Mediation and Family Violence

Mediation and Family Violence | Separation Coaching

One of the reasons you might need to have a mediator present when you discuss finances and parenting after separation is because there is domestic violence (DV). Feeling forced to behave in certain ways or feeling like you have no option but to do as the other parent says are indications that you could be […]

Info for parents: Covid 19 isolation

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COVID-19 resources from other organisations In times like these, it helps to share resources. These links are from a wide range of organisations with tips for parents, children and practitioners. 1800RESPECT: self isolation and COVID-19 Australian Institute of Family Studies: resources for families American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children: resources for parents, children […]

Financial Planners and Mediation

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Lawyers Weekly writer Jerome Doraisamy discussed with Claire McGregor on 13 October 2019 about the benefits of consulting a Financial Planner when dividing assets post separation. “Family law disputes are, she said, about more than simply dividing assets. “You need a financial planner who asks the right questions, knows how to listen, and can help […]

Allegations of sexual abuse

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In 2018, Two parents appeared in Family Court after the father applied for a change of residence for the child to live with him. Final parenting orders had been made in December 2016 by consent but before they had been made, the mother had made allegations of possible sexual abuse of the child by the […]