The Hidden Costs Of Divorce
Outcomes achieved after separation and divorce are often measured by their ‘cost’ – after those costs have been paid, can…
Author: Dan Bottrell
Dan Bottrell is one of the Directors at BGM Family Law. He is a Family Law Accredited Specialist and Collaboratively Trained Lawyer. Read Dan's bio.
Honey Catches More Flies Than Vinegar: 5 Tips To Change Toxic Communication
As family lawyers, we see some former couples and separated parents who are in high conflict every day. That conflict…
Going to Court – what you think it will be like, and what it will actually be like
As any family law case approaches a hearing in court, there will be a discussion with a client about what…
It’s Okay To Not Be Okay
So you are ready for battle. You have chosen a Gold Coast family lawyer. Letters are beginning to pass back…
Life before the Family Law Act
Did you know that before the Family Law Act was introduced in 1975, children were the ‘property’ of the husband? Dad was…
Separation & Divorce: Be Sure Before You Sign
BGM Family Law is recommending that couples think carefully before they sign any legal document that could have significant financial…
How to avoid ‘buyer remorse’ with your property settlement
Tupperware, pets, frequent flyer points, promotional tents and even cushions are some of the many hotly disputed items in property…
