Eliver Family Law

08/10/2026

Can a party to a family law proceeding access your psychological records?

Psychological records are very personal, however, in family law proceedings, they may still be requested.

Since 10 June 2025, the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) has provided added safeguards for sensitive records, including psychological records that qualify as “protected confidences”.

Privacy is protected but not absolute
The Court may refuse access, order redactions or limit inspection to lawyers and experts. The Court’s approach will depend on the relevance of the records and the circumstances of the case.

In Dixon and Dixon [2025] FedCFamC2F 1082, the father’s medical records were considered a protected confidence, however, access was allowed because the contents of those documents may be highly relevant to parenting decisions. Importantly, inspection was restricted to the lawyers and the appointed expert only.

What should you do?
If sensitive records may become an issue in your matter, obtain advice early.

Eliver Family Law can help you understand your rights.

Written by Jessica McCrohan
Senior Associate
Dixon and Dixon [2025] FedCFamC2F 1082. P. 27, Reasons for Judgement

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14/09/2026

Open for Business!

We are excited to share that Eliver Family Law has officially opened the doors to our second office, right in the heart of Melbourne’s C*D.

Located at Level 4, Suite 4.06
550 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne.

Opening a second office is an exciting milestone for our firm. It gives us another central location to support our clients and continue building our practice.

And there is more to come. Over the coming weeks, we will be introducing some new members of the Eliver Family Law team.

We are looking forward to this next chapter and welcoming our clients and colleagues to our new Melbourne office.

28/07/2026

We're excited to announce that Eliver Family Law is opening a second office in the heart of Melbourne's C*D. The South Morang office will continue to run as usual. More details to be announced over the coming weeks.

20/05/2026

You shouldn't have to settle for less just because you can't afford to fight.

Eliver Family Law is a JustFund accredited partner. That means if upfront legal costs are a barrier, there's a way forward.

JustFund provides funding for family law matters. You pay nothing until your property settlement is finalised. There is no income requirement, no impact on your credit score, and no upfront fees.

If you or someone you know has been putting off legal advice because of cost, get in touch. It might not be the obstacle you think it is.

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21/04/2026

Are you a paralegal looking to join a highly reputable and rapidly growing family law practice? We'd like to meet you.

You’ll handle everything from court filing and file management to client liaison. You're confident, capable, and ready to step into the role.

14/04/2026

Have you used ChatGPT/AI while going through a separation? Amer Husakovic (Principal at Eliver Family Law) shares insights.

08/04/2026

Welcome Natasha Heyer!

Hot on the heels of welcoming Sanj to the team, we're so excited to introduce another fantastic addition to Eliver Family Law - Tash, our new Receptionist!

Tash is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Global Studies at La Trobe University, and alongside her studies she works in children's disability support.

Tash is warm, attentive, and highly aware of how much it means to feel heard and supported when you're going through a tough time.

We're so glad to have her as the first face our clients see. Welcome to the Eliver family, Tash!

08/04/2026

We’re so excited to welcome Sanj Kumari-Rao to the team at Eliver Family Law.

Sanj joins us as a Senior Associate, bringing with her strong experience across both parenting and property matters, including complex and high-conflict situations.

She has built a solid foundation in family law through her work at well-regarded firms in Melbourne, and is known for her clear, practical advice and calm, thoughtful approach.

What really stands out about Sanj is the way she supports clients through what can be incredibly difficult times with care, focus, and a genuine commitment to achieving outcomes that make sense not just legally, but in real life.

We feel very fortunate to have her as part of our growing team.

Stay tuned. We’ll be introducing the rest of the team over the coming days.