Beyond Borders: International Family Law

In this episode of Beyond Borders: International Family Law, Susan Warda is joined by renowned Italian family law expert Armando Cecatiello to explore the profound differences and tactical dynamics between the family law systems of Australia and Italy.

Today they discuss:

• Front-Loaded vs. Discrete Proceedings: Why Italy's newly reformed system mandates that couples resolve all parenting, financial, and witness eviden...

In this episode of Beyond Borders, Antonia Marran and Susan Warda turn their focus to family law matters involving Australia and Singapore, exploring the legal, cultural and practical challenges faced by families whose lives span both jurisdictions. They are joined by leading Singaporean family law Shu Mei Hoon of Drew & Napier.

With increasing global mobility and a high proportion of international marriages...

In this episode of Beyond Borders, Antonia Marran and Susan Warda are joined by the Honourable Michelle May to demystify the Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction.

The conversation explains how the Convention works to ensure children wrongfully removed across borders are returned to their country of habitual residence so that custody disputes can be decided in the proper jurisdiction — not rel...

In this episode of Beyond Borders, Antonia Marran and Susan Warda turn their focus to family law matters involving Australia and Turkey, exploring the legal, cultural and practical challenges faced by families whose lives span both jurisdictions.  They are joined by leading Turkish family law expert and Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL), Mert Yalcin of Yalcin & Toygar.

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In this episode of Beyond Borders, we explore the key differences between French and Australian family law and what couples should know when separation spans two countries. We unpack practical questions faced by French-Australian families including:

• How do couples initiate separation and divorce across borders?
• If you married in Australia but now live in France (or vice versa), where should you begin t...

In this episode of Beyond Borders, we explore the crucial role of prenuptial agreements and how they operate on a global stage.  Our family law experts unpack what a prenuptial or binding financial agreement really is and how it can eliminate the need for court intervention by clearly defining who retains which assets if a relationship ends.

We discuss why international couples must ensure their prenups are carefully draf...

In this episode of Beyond Borders, we explore the complex and often emotional parenting challenges that arise during and after separation - particularly when families are spread across countries. With a focus on international family law, we unpack key legal, practical, and cultural considerations for separated parents navigating life across borders.

Topics include:

• Where Will the Children Live?
  Legal frameworks for cus...

In this episode of Beyond Borders, we delve into the complexities of international divorce and separation, focusing on the unique challenges faced by individuals navigating divorce across different jurisdictions. We explore the intricacies of jurisdictional conflicts and how to decide the best place to file for divorce, particularly when parties are married in one country and seek divorce in another, including same-sex couples...

In this episode of Beyond Borders: International Family Law, we explore the unique challenges of dividing property and finances when a relationship spans more than one country. From real estate and businesses to investments and superannuation, cross-border settlements often involve navigating differing legal systems, disclosure obligations, and tax consequences.

We unpack the topic through the lens of expert insight for the la...

'In this episode, we provide a vital introduction for separating couples who may be navigating the complex world of international family law. Whether you're living abroad, married to a partner from another country, or have recently moved across borders, understanding the key legal differences between the Australian, UK and US systems can have a significant impact on your divorce or separation outcomes.  We’ll touch on wh...