Defacto and Same Sex Relationships

In Australia, March 2009 marked a significant turning point for de facto heterosexual and same sex relationships. For couples separating after March 1st, 2009, engaged in a de facto heterosexual or same sex relationship, gained the right to have their claims for property settlements and spousal maintenance deliberated within the Family Court parallel to married… Continue reading Defacto and Same Sex Relationships

Domestic Violence Court Proceedings

Domestic Violence Court Proceedings are a legal process for litigating occurrences of Domestic Violence and guaranteeing the safety and protection of victims. These proceedings entail navigating the complex legal framework established by Domestic Violence legislation, which focuses on preventing and addressing domestic violence.   During domestic violence proceedings the victim (known as the aggrieved) seeks… Continue reading Domestic Violence Court Proceedings

Police Protection Notices

What are Police Protection Notices? Police Protection Notices are legal notices given by the police to ensure an individual’s or a group’s immediate safety and protection and notably in circumstances involving potential threats, harassment, or violence. These notices are intended to provide swift intervention and protect individuals from harm while legal processes are initiated or taking… Continue reading Police Protection Notices

Domestic Violence Applications

At Simonidis Steel Lawyers in Brisbane, we are here to provide the support and protection your family deserves. What is A Domestic Violence Application? In Queensland, a domestic violence application is a legal channel aimed to protect individuals from abusive or dangerous situations within a domestic setting. It involves lodging an application with the court… Continue reading Domestic Violence Applications

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence and Family Violence Have you experienced or are experiencing domestic violence? Our dedicated Lawyers at Simonidis Steel Lawyers located in Brisbane City and Brisbane Northside are here to provide you with the support and protection your family deserves. If you are faced with the challenges of Domestic Violence, our experienced lawyers can help… Continue reading Domestic Violence

Adult Child Maintenance

As Family Law experts Simonidis Steel understand the need and complexities of Adult Child Maintenance. We recognise that this aspect of Family Law necessitates specialised consideration, especially in cases where financial support stretches beyond conventional boundaries. Our skilled family lawyers meticulously evaluate each case, tailoring it to the specific scenario.   Simonidis Steel advocate for… Continue reading Adult Child Maintenance

Spousal Maintenance

According to the Family Law Act 1957, a person has a responsibility to financially support their former spouse if they are unable to meet their own reasonable expenses. If one spouse has been out of the paid workforce for a number of years due to illness or to care for the parties’ children and does… Continue reading Spousal Maintenance

Maintenance

Spousal and Adult Child Maintenance In Family Law matters, maintenance refers to financial support provided by one party to another following separation or divorce. Depending on the circumstances of the parties, maintenance can be provided in a variety of forms including periodic payments or lump sums. It applies to both married and de facto couples.… Continue reading Maintenance

Deano Simonidis

Practicing family law for 26 years Deano is the managing Director of Simonidis Steel lawyers. From the commencement of operations in 2001, Deano has since expanded the firm to cater for a growing clientele.

Aimee South

Senior Associate Aimee was admitted as a lawyer in 2007, and has practised almost exclusively in family law since then. Aimee has a wealth of experience across all areas of family law including property matters, parenting matters, de facto relationships, and domestic violence.

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