What is an Independent Children’s Lawyer?
Independent Children’s Lawyers (ICLs) are specialised legal practitioners who are appointed in some family law matters to represent children’s interests. This means that they look at all the evidence in the case and tell the court what they think is in the best interests of children. The ICL is not your child’s lawyer and whilst […]
Family Court Delays – What Are the Alternatives?
For those seeking to have their family law matter dealt with by the Family Court at Sydney or the Federal Circuit Court at Sydney, there are currently huge delays. There is simply an insufficient number of Judges to hear and properly deal with all of the matters in a timely manner. Therefore, wherever possible, alternatives […]
We’ve Separated – What Do I Need To Do?
Separating from your partner, usually brings with it a multitude of issues that need to be resolved.
Family Lawyer Northern Beaches and North Shore Divorce Lawyer Northern Beaches and North Shore
Do you need an experienced divorce lawyer or family lawyer on the Northern Beaches and North Shore? Doolan Callaghan is one of the largest Family Law Specialist firms on the Northern Beaches and North Shore. Our team of family law solicitors are all NSW Law Society Accredited Family Law Specialists with a combined experience of […]
De Facto Relationships
Statistics show more and more people are living in de facto relationships. If such a relationship breaks down, the separating couple often wonder what laws apply to them in relation to dividing property and, if they have children, what laws apply with respect to the future arrangements for their children. Are the laws the same […]
Coping With Separation
For most people, separating from a former partner following a relationship breakdown is one of the most stressful things they will ever have to deal with. Every individual deals with it in his or her own way, however Psychologists and Psychiatrists will often refer to “the stages of grief” that many people go through following […]
What Is Collaborative Law?
The aim of collaborative law is for parties to reach a fair agreement with minimal cost, delay and stress.
What Does Equal Shared Parental Responsibility Mean?
Equal shared parental responsibility does not equate to, or does not have the same meaning as, an equal shared care arrangement. Clients sometimes confuse the two.
Doolan Wagner & Callaghan
Following a restructure early this year, Doolan Wagner & Callaghan Family Lawyers ceased practising and Doolan Callaghan Family Lawyers was established.
Family Lawyers Avalon/Divorce Lawyers Avalon
Family Law clients from Avalon and other areas on the Northern Beaches often ask whether they need to go to the city to get a good Family Lawyer or the “best” family law advice. The answer is definitely “no”.