The Divorce Collective
Tune in as Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, Dannielle Young guides you through your separation and divorce by sharing strategies, legal insights and tips to help you move on faster.
Having helped thousands of people through divorce and also drawing on her own experiences being in the family law and relationship space for almost 2 decades, Dannielle shares her expertise in 6-minute, easy to listen to bursts to help you navigate separation.
Dannielle is the Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group. It is a Family Law Practice based in Australia that focuses on making this transition as easy as possible for people going through the various stages of separation and divorce.
Dannielle is also the Director of Dannielle Young Mediations, where she expands on her passion to keep couples and families out of the Court system through Mediation.
Tune on into the weekly podcast or head over to https://collectivefamilylaw.com.au for helpful resources.
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Understanding Stepparent Rights in Australia (EP.128)
In this episode of The Divorce Collective Podcast, Dannielle Young, Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner at Danielle Young Mediations, talks about one of the most common questions she gets from blended families: Do step-parents have legal rights when it comes to the children they’ve helped raise? 👨👩👧
Danielle breaks down what the Family Law Act says about who counts as a step-parent, what rights they do and don’t have, and the steps you can take to stay involved in a child’s life after a separation. She explains how parenting orders work, when you can apply for one, and how the court decides what’s in the best interests of the child.
The episode also touches on financial responsibilities, child support, and the process of gaining full parental rights or adoption. It’s a clear and practical guide for anyone navigating the challenges of blended family life.
If you’re a step-parent who’s unsure about your legal standing, or you know someone going through a similar situation, this episode will help you understand your options and how to protect the bond you’ve built. ❤
Tune in to learn more about step-parent rights under Australian family law and how to make decisions that truly work for your family.
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