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02/09/2026

Thinking about surrogacy but not sure where to start? One of our latest articles breaks down the basics for you.

Surrogacy can provide people who are unable to give birth with an opportunity to have a child. However, surrogacy can involve important medical, emotional, financial and legal issues.The rules about s

31/08/2026

What is the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and how does it work? Have a read of our article in our Understanding the Courts series to learn more.

BackgroundThe Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) was previously two separate courts. In 2021, the Federal Circuit Court and the Family Court merged to create the current system. Th

28/08/2026

August has brought some exciting news for Harriss Jones Lawyers. It is our 13th birthday and we have welcomed a new lawyer to our team!

We’ve come to the end of another month at Harriss Jones Lawyers so it’s time for another update on what we’ve been up to.

26/08/2026

Purchasing a property at auction can be both exciting and stressful! See our article to make sure you understand the important steps that must be done prior to attending an auction.

Purchasing a property at auction can be both exciting and stressful. Once the hammer goes down at auction, the contracts are immediately binding on all parties. There are several steps and procedures

24/08/2026

Separation can be confusing for children and you may feel lost for words trying to explain what is happening. Have a read of our article to see what resources are available to you.

Resources available to help your children understand separation.

12/08/2026

Have a read of this interesting article from the ABC on the importance of Binding Death Benefit Nominations (BDBN) to ensure your wishes for your super are ensured.
Contact us today so we can assist you in this important part of your estate planning.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-10/superannuation-death-benefit-nominations-survey-finds-funds-fail/106991968

New research shows most Australians have not made a legally binding death benefit nomination to ensure their superannuation goes to who they want it to when they die. And many funds do not make it easy.

27/07/2026

We are pleased to welcome family lawyer Khajinder Kaur to our team this month!

27/07/2026

Reminder: AusAlert test today at 2pm

24/06/2026

This recent Federal Circuit and Family Court decision highlights how Australian courts approach parenting arrangements when there are significant safety concerns. The case involved a young child, X (aged 5), where both parents had mental health diagnoses and there were serious allegations of family violence, substance abuse, and criminal behaviour.

This recent Federal Circuit and Family Court decision highlights how Australian courts approach parenting arrangements when there are significant safety concerns. The case involved a young child, X (aged 5), where both parents had mental health diagnoses