The term domestic violence is a broad one and can cover a wide range of behaviours. To determine whether or not you have been subjected to domestic violence, it is important that you understand what’s considered domestic violence in Queensland. In Queensland, domestic violence is recognised as one person using violent or abusive behaviour to […]
READ MOREFrom Marriage to Divorce: Understanding Family Court Divorce Proceedings
From a happy marriage to divorce: life can sometimes be challenging. And the complexities of family court divorce proceedings are no exception to that rule. If you find yourself in this situation, and you are seeking how to get a divorce in Australia, then, understanding what lies ahead is your best chance at success. The […]
READ MOREHow to find the best family lawyer in Ipswich?
When it comes to looking for the best family lawyer in Ipswich, there are a couple of factors to consider: Knowledgeable – You want to make sure that the family lawyer assisting you not only has varied experience but will also help you understand the legal system and law surrounding your problem. Accommodating: Ideally, you […]
READ MOREThe Creation
I moved to Australia in 2006 and since this date, my dad regularly came over to visit me, from my home country of England. Over a period of years, he made the decision that Australia was a great place to live and he would like to come and join me and my family. This was […]
READ MOREWhat Is in the Best Interests of the Child?
We have been through Court countless times regarding parenting orders, child custody issues, and a range of other children/family matters. One of the questions we always ensure is at the centre of every case is what is in the best interests of the child? The Family Law Act 1975 requires the Court to make the best […]
READ MORE“This is Me”: the Start of My Blogging Journey
I have wanted to start my blog for a long time and people have been telling me that I need to do it for so long, but to be truthful, I haven’t known what to write. Do I write about the law, because I am a lawyer, do I write about “little people” because I […]
READ MOREKath of VM Family Law has been shortlisted for the prestigious Partner of the Year Awards 2019
VM Family Law, offering legal services in domestic violence and family law, announces that its Principal Family Lawyer, Kath Manby has been named in Lawyers Weekly’s Partner of the Year Awards list of honourees for 2019 in Family Law Partner of the Year. This is the second year Kath has been shortlisted for finalist in […]
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Lawyer Katherine Manby provides a strong and empathetic voice for women and children who have been exposed to domestic violence. After experience as a senior lawyer specialising in women’s advocacy, she saw a need locally and opened her own firm, Vm Family Law. While she had no clients, at first, she did have a strong […]
READ MOREKatherine Manby of VM Family Law has been shortlisted for the legal industry’s most prestigious awards
A local lawyer covering the Ipswich and Greater Springfield region is in the running to take out one of the legal industry’s most prestigious award. Katherine Manby of VM Family Law has been shortlisted as a finalist to win Sole Practitioner of the Year at the 2018 Australian Law Awards, hosted by Lawyers Weekly, Australia’s […]
READ MORELocal business one of 100 faces
CHOSEN from a eld of 300 nominations, Katherine Manby from VM Family Law is one of 100 Faces of Small Business. The Queensland Government initiative is shining a light on the inspiring stories behind local small business. Announced as part of Queensland Small Business Week 2018, the initiative showcases the unique experiences of small business […]
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