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Episode 3 of the “Family Law – Our Reality” podcast: MAFS Myths - the legal requirements for marriage and divorce In episode 3 of the “Family Law – Our Reality” podcast, Nicholes Family Lawyers Partners Nadine Udorovic and Bec Dahl discuss the legal truths and myths relating to marriage and divorce as it is depicted on popular reality TV show Married at First Sight (MAFS).   To listen in as Nadine and Bec explain the differences between set-up ceremonies on TV which produce ‘can’t look away’ reality television compared to the real-life reality of legally binding relationships, go to https://lnkd.in/gRTpsJ5Q   #familylaw #auslaw #MAFS #familylawpodcast #marriage #divorce #realitytv

Let’s keep the conversation going regarding child protection The theme for this year’s National Child Protection Week is “Every Conversation Matters.” National Child Protection Week (which ends on 7 September) was created by the National Association for Prevention of Child Abuse and Neglect (NAPCAN) and is designed to engage, educate and empower Australians to understand the complexity of child abuse and neglect and how to work together to prevent it. Nicholes Family Lawyers commends NAPCAN on its work on National Child Protection Week and encourages everyone to keep the conversation about how to support and protect children going after the week finishes, because, as NAPCAN says: “Every Conversation Matters.” A simple ‘Let’s talk’ or ‘You are not alone’ can be the start of helping a child feel heard and safe. #auslaw #familylaw #childprotection #childsafety #EveryConversationMatters #NCPW2024

Today at 4.35pm on JOY 94.9 FM: “Your Law Talk” discusses issues affecting children around the globe – and how people can help Today at 4.35pm on JOY 94.9 FM “Your Law Talk”, Nicholes Family Lawyers Managing Partner Sally Nicholes will discuss significant issues affecting children around the globe, including poverty, child labour, family violence and child abuse, and the plight of children caught in conflict, including armed conflict. Sally will also discuss National Child Protection Week (1 – 7 September 2024) and ways people can become involved in supporting and advocating for children locally and internationally. You can hear Sally discussing family law topics with JOY Drive presenter Warren Andrew on the first Wednesday of each month at 4.35pm. #familylaw #auslaw #childprotection #therightsofthechild NAPCAN JOY Media World Congress on Family Law & Children Rights

Highlights from the Pacifica Congress Conference Nicholes Family Lawyers was honoured to be a sponsor of the highly successful Pacifica Congress Conference ‘Sun, Sea & Expertise: Family Law in the Tropics’ held in Cairns. As part of the conference, Nicholes Family Lawyers hosted the plenary session titled "The Brady Bunch Deconstructed: Poly-parenting, Step-parenting, Non-Biological Parenting and Surrogacy", which was presented by keynote speaker The Honourable Justice Tom Altobelli AM of the Federal Court of Australia (Division 1). Partner Nadine Udorovic was honoured to represent Nicholes Family Lawyers at the conference. By engaging in valuable workshops and gaining insights from other esteemed family law professionals, we are continuously expanding our knowledge base and enhancing our ability to achieve superior outcomes for our clients.                                                                                                                              At the conference, Nadine was also interviewed by Mediation Answers Principal Zoë Durand for her podcast series “Inside Family Law”. They explored topics including “What is a family?” and more. Stay tuned for the recording of this insightful discussion. Thank-you to Pacifica Congress for organising such a highly worthwhile event and to everyone who attended and presented at the conference, which ran from 15 – 17 August 2024. Photo 1: Keynote speaker The Honourable Justice Tom Altobelli AM at the Pacifica Congress conference.   Photo 2: Nicholes Family Lawyers Partner Nadine Udorovic and Mediation Answers Principal Zoë Durand. #familylaw #auslaw #pacificacongress #legalconference #cairns

Listen to the interview online: Good news from around the globe in relation to Rainbow rights and areas requiring further reform Nicholes Family Lawyers Managing Partner Sally Nicholes has been interviewed about recent legal developments from around the world in relation to Rainbow rights. In the interview, Sally discusses positive recent changes including Thailand’s decision to legalise same-sex marriage, while also covering areas of reform that still need to occur internationally and within Australia. To listen to Sally’s interview with JOY 94.9 FM Drive presenter Warren Andrew, go to https://lnkd.in/gnUdR8wT You can catch Sally and Warren discussing family law issues on “Your Law Talk” on the first Wednesday of every month, just after the 4.30pm news. #familylaw #auslaw #lgbtiqa+ #marriageequality #surrogacy JOY Media

Supporting the LGBTIQA+ community with a touch of purple   As proud allies and supporters of the LGBTIQA+ community, the team at Nicholes Family Lawyers wore a touch of purple today in celebration and recognition of all Rainbow young people for Wear It Purple Day.    Wear it Purple Day is about creating supportive, inclusive and safe spaces for LGBTIQA+ youth. This year’s theme, "Your Passion, Your Pride," encourages Rainbow young people to dream big and share their passion and pride with the broader community across Australia.    If you would like to learn more about Wear It Purple Day or find other ways to support and celebrate Rainbow young people, go to https://lnkd.in/fgh9PaX.    At Nicholes Family Lawyers, we are proud to stand with the LGBTIQA+ community today and every day.    Photo 1: The team at Nicholes Family Lawyers featuring their touch of purple.    #wearitpurpleday #LGBTIQA+ #queer #rainbowfamilies #familylaw #auslaw

Episode 2 of the “Family Law – Our Reality” podcast: Who is entitled to keep the engagement ring when a couple breaks up? In episode 2 of the “Family Law – Our Reality” podcast, Nicholes Family Lawyers Partners Nadine Udorovic and Bec Dahl discuss who gets to keep the engagement ring when a couple decides to split. Listen in as they discuss the factors a Court may consider when determining ownership of the ring; when the ring is a family heirloom; and what happens if there is a Binding Financial Agreement that stipulates the fate of the ring if the couple decides to part. Tune in to listen to Nadine and Bec at https://lnkd.in/gEDCHTDZ #familylaw #auslaw #divorce #familylawourreality #familylawpodcast

Protecting your client's wealth in family law proceedings   Nicholes Family Lawyers Senior Partner Keturah Sageman and Associate Danie Mellas have presented to accounting and business advisory firm Pitcher Partners regarding ways to protect a client’s wealth prior to and during family law proceedings.    During the presentation, Keturah and Danie discussed financial disclosure requirements, family trusts, inheritances and binding financial agreements as some of the important issues to be considered for all parties involved. They also highlighted the importance of collaboration between accountants, financial advisors and family lawyers as a means to ensuring clients are provided with accurate and reliable information regarding their assets.   Nicholes Family Lawyers thank Ben Lethborg, Anna Hacker and the extended team at Pitcher Partners for the opportunity to present to them on these important topics.    Photo 1: Nicholes Family Lawyers Associate Danie Mellas and Nicholes Family Lawyers Senior Partner Keturah Sageman presenting at Pitcher Partners. Photo 2: Nicholes Family Lawyers Associate Danie Mellas, Pitcher Partners Client Director Anna Hacker, Nicholes Family Lawyers Senior Partner Keturah Sageman and Pitcher Partners Partner Ben Lethborg. #familylaw #auslaw #familytrusts #bindingfinancialagreements #divorce #nicholesfamilylawyers #pitcherpartners 

Episode 1 of the “Family Law – Our Reality” podcast series: Get to know Nadine and Bec The “Family Law – Our Reality” podcast series is now live! Listen in as Nicholes Family Lawyers Partners Nadine Udorovic and Bec Dahl break down stories and issues that you may have read about or seen online or on TV through the lens of their family law expertise - and love of pop culture. In episode 1, Nadine and Bec introduce themselves and share their journeys in the world of family law. Tune in to get to know Nadine and Bec at https://lnkd.in/gYuHKkxf #auslaw #familylaw #familylawyers #familylawpodcast #podcast #melbourne

Nicholes Family Lawyers attended The National Kinship, Permanent & Foster Care Conference   Nicholes Family Lawyers Child Protection Special Counsel Fleur Ward and Associate Morgan Podesta attended The National Kinship, Permanent & Foster Care Conference at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. At the conference, Fleur was delighted to chair sessions on Innovation, New Ideas, and Creating New Evidence in the Child Protection system, and deliver a seminar on Carer’s and Children's Law in Victoria.   Thank-you to the conference organisers for crafting such a comprehensive and enlightening program. Fleur and Morgan greatly appreciated the chance to connect with fellow professionals in this vital field and to discuss their shared commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people.   Picture: Nicholes Family Lawyers Child Protection Special Counsel Fleur Ward, Principal Commissioner for Children and Young People Liana Buchanan and Grandparents Australia Director Anne McLeish.   #childprotection #fostercare #grandparents #carers #childrenslaw #familylaw #auslaw