Ramsden Family Law

13/10/2026

Worried your child's relationship with you is being undermined after separation?

Parental alienation isn't a standalone legal claim in Australia, but the Court can consider a parent's conduct when deciding what is in a child's best interests.

Our latest article explains the signs, the evidence that matters and the steps you can take to protect your child.

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Concerned about parental alienation? Learn the signs, how Australian family law approaches it, what evidence matters and the steps to protect your child.

07/10/2026

Did your parents help you buy a home?

If you separate, that money may not be treated as a loan. A recent Family Court decision shows why clear, written terms matter.

Written by Reece Ramsden and Jakoaba Smith.

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Is money from parents a loan or a gift if you separate? Learn what Australian family courts need to see before treating a family loan as a debt.

22/09/2026

When the mediation stars align, it’s going to be a good week 🤝😂

14/09/2026

We are proud to announce that Ramsden Family Law is a 2026/27 sponsor of Pride in Law, Australia's national LGBTIQA+ law association.

In our latest article, Partner Reece Ramsden explains what Pride in Law does, why we chose to support it, and how we can assist same-sex couples through separation, property settlement, parenting, and surrogacy matters.

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Ramsden Family Law is a proud 2026/27 sponsor of Pride in Law, helping same-sex couples navigate separation, property settlement and parenting matters.

10/09/2026

A delicious lunch with our Melbourne team at Caterina’s Cucina Bar! 🍝✨

It was even better having some familiar faces join us from our Brisbane, Sydney and Gold Coast teams.

There’s nothing quite like getting everyone together, sharing a meal and catching up outside the office. 🤗

31/08/2026

Who is responsible for debts in a family law property settlement?

It's not as simple as whose name is on them.

In this article, we break down how debts are divided and the common mistakes that can leave one party worse off.

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Wondering who pays debts in a family law property settlement? Sydney accredited specialist Maggie Faddoul explains how debts are divided, and common pitfalls to avoid.

26/08/2026

Family violence isn't always physical.

Coercive control, financial abuse, and isolation are recognised under the Australian Family Law Act 1975 and can affect both parenting and property outcomes after separation.

You don't need to wait for things to get worse before getting advice.

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Understand how family violence is defined under Australian law, how it affects parenting and property outcomes, and the protections available to you in NSW.

20/04/2026

High conflict after separation does not automatically mean less time with your child.

This article explores how the Court approaches parenting arrangements, why conflict alone is not enough to reduce a parent’s time, and what really matters when determining a child’s best interests.

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Does high conflict mean less time with your child? Discover how the Family Court approaches parenting arrangements and equal shared care.