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Full and Frank Financial Disclosure in Family Law Property Settlements

Family Law: 03 September 2026

Author: Abbey Hoolahan

When parties separate and begin negotiating a property settlement, one of the first and most important steps is identifying the assets, liabilities and financial resources available for division. To achieve this, both parties are required to provide full and frank financial disclosure, ensuring everyone involved has a complete and accurate understanding of the financial circumstances of the relationship.

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Artificial Intelligence in Family Law: Helpful Tool or Costly Mistake?

Family Law: 14 July 2026

Author: Giselle Roman

While Artificial Intelligence offers new opportunities for efficiency and accessibility, its use in family law is not without risk. A recent Family Court decision serves as a timely reminder that, despite its growing capabilities, AI should be used as a tool to support legal work rather than as a substitute for expert legal advice and careful verification.

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Podcast Launch - De-Suiting the Law

Family Law,Business Law,Litigation,Migration: 09 April 2026

Author: Susan Ilias, Bao Ngo

De-Suiting the Law is a video podcast hosted by Aitken Partners Principal Lawyers Susan Ilias and Bao Ngo. The series sets out to demystify the legal profession, with real conversations about what lawyers actually do, and why it matters.

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Divorce in Australia: What You Need to Know

Family Law: 07 April 2026

Author: Abbey Hoolahan

Divorce is often misunderstood as a process that resolves all aspects of the breakdown of a marriage. In reality, divorce is a separate legal step with specific eligibility requirements and important implications for property and parenting matters.

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Major Changes to Family Law: What the Family Law Amendment Act 2024 Means for You

Family Law: 09 October 2025

Author: Krystel Ong

On 10 June 2025 some of the most significant changes to family law in decades came into effect with the commencement of the Family Law Amendment Act 2024 (Cth). These reforms reshape how the courts, and family lawyers, deal with property, financial and divorce matters and they place a greater focus on family violence, financial abuse and the welfare of children and even pets.

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Emancipation Of Minors

Family Law: 15 May 2025

The concept of a child legally separating from their parents may sound unusual, however this process, known as “emancipation”, is sometimes sought by minors wanting more control over their lives. The process of emancipation of minors is not formalised under a single legislative act in Australia, and is instead managed under a range of laws and directions from the court.

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