International Family Law Firm Sydney

1. Divorce and Separation: 

• Managing divorces where spouses reside in different countries. 
• Determining the most appropriate jurisdiction for legal proceedings. 

2. Child Custody and Abduction: 

• Addressing international child custody disputes and ensuring compliance with custody orders across borders. 
• Handling cases of international child abduction under the Hague Convention. 

3. Property and Financial Settlements: 

• Navigating property settlements that involve assets in multiple countries. 
• Ensuring fair division of assets, including pensions, investments, and real estate. 

4. Child Support and Maintenance: 

• Enforcing child support and spousal maintenance orders internationally. 
• Assisting with applications for child support from parents living abroad. 

Jurisdictional Challenges: Determining the appropriate jurisdiction for filing divorce proceedings is critical. Filing in the wrong jurisdiction can lead to unfavourable outcomes. 

Legal Representation: Our lawyers can provide advice on the best jurisdiction to file for divorce and represent you throughout the proceedings. 

Hague Convention: The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction provides a legal framework for the return of abducted children to their home country. Our team has extensive experience in handling Hague Convention cases. 

Custody Arrangements: We assist in negotiating and enforcing international child custody arrangements, ensuring the best interests of the child are prioritized. 

Asset Division: International property settlements require a detailed understanding of the laws in multiple jurisdictions. We ensure that all assets are identified and fairly divided. 

Complex Financial Instruments: Our team is experienced in dealing with complex financial instruments, including stock options, pensions, and international investments. 

Enforcement: Enforcing child support and spousal maintenance orders across borders can be challenging. We assist in ensuring that these orders are recognised and enforced in the relevant jurisdictions. 

Application Process: We guide you through the application process for international child support, helping to gather the necessary documentation and submit the application to the appropriate authorities.