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Parties to family law proceedings will sometimes r

Parties to family law proceedings will sometimes record their interactions with their ex-partner at changeover and seek to produce the recording as evidence in their family law matter.⁣
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In her recent blog post, Annmarie Farrell discusses the 2020 case of Nagel v Hay, where His Honour Justice Harper had to decide whether to use the Court’s discretion to exclude video recordings under the Family Law Act. ⁣
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Click the link in bio to and call one of our experienced family lawyers today on 8393 0144 to find out more about when digital recordings can be used as evidence in the Family Court or Federal Circuit Court.⁣
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#familylaw #recordings #coparenting #audiorecording #videorecording

If you are struggling to set up effective communic

If you are struggling to set up effective communication with your ex-partner about parenting arrangements, or have a sibling or friend struggling to break the cycle of poor communication, have a read of Brynne Allen’s article at the link in bio or call our office on 03 8393 0144 to have a confidential discussion on how we can assist. ⁣
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#parenting #communication #familylaw #coparenting #parentingarrangements #reduceconflict #rolemodel #betterrelationship

Option generation in an initial consultation is in

Option generation in an initial consultation is integral to ensuring that our clients can make an informed decision. ⁣
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Have a read of the link in bio for Brynne Allen’s overview of some of the options that should be explored in your family law matter. ⁣
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Should you require assistance in any of these options, or exploring other options, please do not hesitate to give our office a call on (03) 8393 0144. ⁣
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#familylaw #initialconsultation #decisions #options

Last Thursday we enjoyed our first face to face of

Last Thursday we enjoyed our first face to face office meeting since social distancing restrictions were introduced in March! We were all very grateful for the opportunity to connect again off-screen. Thanks to @twobobcafe for hosting us and taking this picture 📸⁣
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We are very much looking forward to returning to the office and servicing our clients again in-person. Watch this space for more updates on our return -
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#covid19 #socialdistancing #officemeeting #familylaw

You may be entitled to a super split, or legally o

You may be entitled to a super split, or legally obligated to split your super if you were married or in a de facto relationship and have now separated. ⁣
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Mimi Oorloff addresses frequently asked questions about what happens to superannuation after a separation. ⁣Click the link in bio for the full article. ⁣
#superannuation #familylaw #supersplit #retirementfund #propertysettlement

How do you know if you are in a de facto relations

How do you know if you are in a de facto relationship? ⁣
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There can be a lot of uncertainty around whether a couple is in a de facto relationship. It is advisable for those considering entering into a de facto relationship to seek legal advice before they enter the relationship, including whether to enter into a Financial Agreement. ⁣
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Annmarie Farrell discusses the definition of a de facto relationship in family law, and the legal implications of a breakdown of a de facto relationship. Click the link in bio for the full article. ⁣
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#familylaw #defactorelationship #prenup #financialagreeement #divorce

Winning Wang is a Senior Associate at Farrell Fami

Winning Wang is a Senior Associate at Farrell Family Lawyers. Winning was admitted to practice in 2010 and her experience covers all areas of family law including property settlements, financial agreements, parenting arrangements and de-facto and same sex relationship breakdowns.⁣
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With experience in a number of areas of the law including personal injury, migration, wills, criminal and child protection law, Winning is able to deal with the broad range of issues that often arise after the breakdown of a relationship.⁣
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Winning has a practical, yet sensible and compassionate approach. Finding an out of court solution is Winning’s main focus. She strongly believes that this minimises the emotional and financial cost of separation for clients and, most importantly, any children affected. However, where a dispute cannot resolve with an acceptable outcome, she will take decisive court action.⁣
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Winning’s aim is to provide honest and clear legal advice to empower clients to make informed decisions about their future.⁣
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Contact our office on 03 8393 0144 for an obligation free discussion with Winning.

Currently in business with your former spouse or d

Currently in business with your former spouse or de facto partner and not sure what to do? ⁣
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Brynne Allen discusses the process of navigating your business through the family law separation process. See the link in bio for the full article. ⁣
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#business #familylaw #separation #legaladvice

Did you know that Ovarian Cancer is the most letha

Did you know that Ovarian Cancer is the most lethal gynaecological cancer? In Australia, one woman dies every eight hours from ovarian cancer.⁣
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At our Zoom meeting this morning, the team at Farrell Family Lawyers wore a white shirt for 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘸𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘯, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦. ⁣We are proud to support the @witcheryfashion #whiteshirtcampaign and have made a donation to the @ocrf to fund research into early detection and treatment of Ovarian Cancer. ⁣
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Join us and donate now at the link in bio.

LAW WEEK 18 - 24 MAY 2020⁣ ⁣ Are you separated

LAW WEEK 18 - 24 MAY 2020⁣
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Are you separated or are you thinking about separating from your partner? Do you want advice about your entitlements to a property settlement?⁣
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Farrell Family Lawyers are teaming up with Victoria Law Foundation as part of #LawWeek from 18 - 24 May 2020 to offer free 30 minute phone and video consultations to address your family law concerns. Book a time today using the link in bio, or call us on 03 8393 0144.⁣
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#familylaw #freelegaladvice #propertysettlement #lawweek2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented

The COVID-19 pandemic has created an unprecedented impact globally including in family law property settlements. Winning Wang discusses the potential implications for property settlements during this crisis.⁣
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#legalservices #settlements #settlement #covid19 #familylawyer #familylawadvice

FREE 1/2 HOUR INITIAL CONSULTATIONS IN THE MONTH O

FREE 1/2 HOUR INITIAL CONSULTATIONS IN THE MONTH OF MAY⁣
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If you are separated or are thinking about separating from your partner and want advice about the legal implications, book a free 30 minute phone consultation with us to discuss any family law concerns you may have. ⁣
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#familylawconsultants #freelegaladvice

This year we were very excited to welcome Brynne A

This year we were very excited to welcome Brynne Allen to the team at Farrell Family Lawyers. Brynne joined as a Senior Associate after five years of experience in one of Melbourne’s leading boutique family law firms. During that time she gained further experience in all facets of family law having had the carriage of complex parenting and property matters. She has appeared regularly at mediations and has appeared in proceedings at Federal Circuit Court and Family Court.⁣
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Brynne prides herself in her approach, providing accurate and strategic advice to each client from the very beginning of the dispute. She thinks laterally to find, explore and reach pragmatic solutions and to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients.⁣
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Call our office for an obligation free discussion about your family law matter with Brynne on 03 8393 0144.

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month is a

Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month is an annual event held each May to raise community awareness of the social and personal impacts of domestic and family violence and the support available to those affected.⁣
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The team at Farrell Family Lawyers are committed to supporting victims of family violence. If you or anyone you know has experienced family violence, contact one of our specialist lawyers for an obligation free discussion on 03 8393 0144. ⁣
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#familyviolence #domesticviolenceawareness #domesticviolence #familyviolencepreventionmonth

Co-Parenting In The Time Of COVID-19⁣⁣ ⁣ A m

Co-Parenting In The Time Of COVID-19⁣⁣
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A multitude of new and unforeseen issues arise when trying to navigate parenting during a pandemic. In her recent blog post, Mimi Oorloff discusses some of the legal issues surrounding co-parenting in the time of COVID-19. ⁣⁣⁣Click the link in bio to read the full article.
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#familylaw #covid19 #coparenting

Our Director and Accredited Specialist Annmarie Fa

Our Director and Accredited Specialist Annmarie Farrell has practiced exclusively in the area of family law since 2001 and she specialises in all aspects of family law. She has extensive experience in complex property matters, children’s matters, financial agreements, international disputes including international relocation and de facto relationship matters.⁣
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She offers prompt and personalised service and works in partnership with her clients to find tailored solutions to their family law issues at the earliest opportunity and through negotiation where possible. She also appears as an advocate in the Family Court and Federal Circuit Court where settlement out of Court is not possible.⁣
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Call us on 03 8393 0144 for an obligation free discussion about your family law matter with Annmarie Farrell.

The COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing economic crisis

The COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing economic crisis has had a significant impact on the livelihood of many Australians, particularly separated families.⁣
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In her recent blog post, Mimi Oorloff addresses client's concerns about meeting their ongoing child support obligations during this economic downturn. Click the link in bio to read more. ⁣
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#familylaw #childsupport #covid19 #jobloss

FREE FAMILY LAW CONSULTATIONS⁣ ⁣ Are you separ

FREE FAMILY LAW CONSULTATIONS⁣
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Are you separated or are you thinking about separating from your partner? Do you want advice about your entitlements to a property settlement?⁣
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As part of Law Week, from 18 – 24 May 2020 our experienced family lawyers are offering free 30 minute phone and video consultations to address your family law concerns. Book a time today using the link in bio, or call us on 03 8393 0144.⁣
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#lawweek2020 #freeconsult #familylaw

COVID-19 UPDATE⁣ ⁣ At Farrell Family Lawyers t

COVID-19 UPDATE⁣
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At Farrell Family Lawyers the health and well-being of our team, our clients and the broader community is of the utmost importance to us. We have therefore implemented protocols to minimise risk in relation to COVID-19 while ensuring that we are able to seamlessly progress our clients family law matters. ⁣
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We will be minimising face to face client meetings at our office and instead scheduling teleconferences and video conferences. For most clients this will not be a significant change as we already communicate with our clients using these technologies. There should therefore be little disruption to the way we manage client matters. Our staff are also following all recommendations made by Victoria’s Chief Health Officer.⁣
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We will continue to monitor the situation closely and we will provide an update should there be any further changes to our usual processes and procedures.⁣
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#covid19 #familylaw #wfh

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