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In Australian family law, re-partnering can be considered a “significant change in circumstances” depending on the context, particularly in matters involving parenting arrangements or spousal maintenance. However, whether it qualifies as significant depends on the specific circumstances and how the re-partnering impacts the situation. Under the Family Law Act 1975…

What is an Apprehended Violence Order or Apprehended Domestic Violence Order? In New South Wales (NSW), an “AVO” (Apprehended Violence Order) is a broader term encompassing two types: an “ADVO” (Apprehended Domestic Violence Order) for domestic relationships and an “APVO” (Apprehended Personal Violence Order) for situations where there is no domestic relationship. …

At Jano Family Law, we understand that navigating the family law process can feel overwhelming, especially when court proceedings are involved. One key milestone in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) case management pathway is the Compliance and Readiness Hearing. This hearing plays a critical role in…

Under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) in Australia, a party to a family law proceeding may either appeal a final order or make a section 79A application to vary, set aside, or reverse a final property settlement order. The choice between these two options depends on the circumstances of…

Separation is never easy. Beyond the emotional toll, one of the biggest challenges for Australian couples is figuring out how to divide their property and finances. In 2025, this process is set to evolve with significant updates to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) coming into effect on 10 June…

When it comes to protecting your financial interests during a marriage, de facto relationship, or separation, a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) can be a powerful tool. Often referred to as a “prenup” or “postnup,” a BFA allows couples to set out how their property, assets, and financial responsibilities will be…

An Application for Review is made to seek the review of an exercise of judicial powers by a Registrar. Such an application must be made within 21 days of the original decision. The filing of an Application for Review does not operate as a stay of the original order or decision, therefore it…

Did you know that superannuation can be split without obtaining a court order, by using a financial agreement instead. You may not need to split your super following separation, but if you do, it can be split in one of two ways: Using sealed court orders, or sealed consent orders…