Creative Family Law Solutions in Fitzroy North, Victoria | Lawyer & law firm

Creative Family Law Solutions

Locality: Fitzroy North, Victoria

Phone: +61 419 104 494

Address: 637 Brunswick Street 3068 Fitzroy North, VIC, Australia

Website: http://cflsolutions.com.au

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25.01.2022 REACH OUT: If your family is experiencing uncertainty or stress around separation or divorce, its important to reach out to a trusted professional for support. Creative Family Law Solutions offers the strategy you need to move your family forward to that brighter and better place youre dreaming of. Reach out to us here: https://bit.ly/3fYTbKi #CFLS #SharedDignity

25.01.2022 FATHERS DAY: A father is someone you look up to no matter how tall you grow. Susan and the Creative Family Law Solutions team would like to wish all dads and father figures a very relaxing and safe Fathers Day. #CFLS #SharedDignity

24.01.2022 SIMPLE PLEASURES: We hope youve all found some time to get outside and appreciate these beautiful days weve been having in Melbourne. What simple pleasures have helped you through these tough restrictions? If youre looking for a new read or a television series to keep you distracted, Susan offers up her favourites of the month in our recent newsletter. Read on: https://bit.ly/2Ro2vgK #CFLS #FamilyMatters

23.01.2022 I do not like to be wrong! This article explains why this is a significant limitation. I have grown up seeing mistakes as an indication of failure or inadequacy, and certainly not as a path for growth. But there are great benefits to being wrong: When you learn to punctuate everything you believe with a question mark, you open yourself to the discovery of knowledge. You routinely discard old views in favour of perspectives that are informed by evidence, history, and a variety of opinions. You find a whole new way of navigating the world. Read more to find some great tips for establishing this new way of thinking as a habit, and opening up a whole new approach to life!

23.01.2022 Great tips from the Fathering Project on Fathers raising daughters!

22.01.2022 MAKING NEW PALS: Making friends is a lifetime practice while finding like-minded people can help develop long-lasting ones. This article by ABC Life illustrates ways to meet new people, with the main takeaway being the importance of being open to new experiences through each life stage. Read on: https://ab.co/2K0z5Vx #CFLS #FamilyMatters

20.01.2022 STAYING CONNECTED: With a new month, comes a new Creative Family Law Solutions newsletter! Susan Hamilton-Green reflects on how COVID has made her appreciate her friends more than ever, especially after having birthday celebrations in lockdown. She also shares some of her favourite articles of the month. Read this months newsletter here: https://bit.ly/30OXqDM #CFLS #FamilyMatters

20.01.2022 LITIGATION SUPPORT: As a family lawyer with over 30 years of experience, Susan Hamilton-Green knows how daunting it can be for parties to go to court. They often can feel uncertain and anxious. Litigation support provides a greater understanding of what’s involved, what to expect when you get there and the ability to prepare for the court event. To learn more about litigation support with Creative Family Law Solutions, visit https://bit.ly/35UPovK #CFLS #FamilyMatters

19.01.2022 RESPECTFUL FUTURE: Creative Family Law Solutions goals are to understand you, to have empathy for your circumstances and listen to your hopes for the future so we can empower you to the direction of your hearts desire. Reach out to Susan Hamilton-Green and her team today: https://bit.ly/3iRA0Uc #CFLS #FamilyMatters

18.01.2022 Making financial decisions following separation is a goal for most separating families. Share my thoughts in this video regarding how to be in a position to make the BEST decisions that you can- how to be in a good space to embark on this task, how to obtain supports so that you can be confident that you understand the financial terrain, the options available to you, and what each of these will mean for your financial future, and be confident to negotiate the best outcome for... you and your family. Do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to talk about anything mentioned or that arises for you. If you wish to follow up on my recommendations, you can contact Wai-Ping Arthur, financial planner and advisor at Arthur Financial Services on 0425 797325, and Tricia Peters, Financial advisor and financial coach at PetersMckeown on 9939 6758. See more

18.01.2022 When discussing arrangements for young children, discussion can often centre on the obvious aspects of separating families that can have a disastrous impact on children- interparental conflict and a poor co-parenting relationship. But the essential needs for very young children are much more basic than this and should be the foundation of any discussion of their day to day needs! Share my thoughts in this video and the course I refer to at : https://childrenbeyonddispute.com/parentsycids/ My favourite brochure to create child focus can be found at: https://childrenbeyonddispute.com//because-its-for-the-ki/

18.01.2022 LEARNING FROM CONFRONTATION: Feeling defensive is a natural self-protection mechanism, but it can affect your personal growth and relationships. ABC Life offers some expert-approved tips to keep your defensiveness in check. Read on: https://ab.co/2DdFZ6J #CFLS #FamilyMatters

17.01.2022 PODCAST: We cannot recommend this podcast enough. Hermina Burns and Ellen van Neerven illuminate poems written by women and the gender diverse, as well as their own original works, moving through themes like love, race and feminism. Congratulations to the Victorian Women's Trust for making this possible. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3pxitFi #CFLS #FamilyMatters

17.01.2022 I was tempted to read this article after hearing again recently from someone seeking to leave an abusive and controlling relationship, of how their partner shows such a different image to the outside world, how powerless they feel as no-one could believe what they are experiencing, and the way they see this person. The inference is often that I would be unlikely to be able to help them, as I too would be captivated by their charm and find it difficult to accept what they are saying!! This article provides some clues as to how bullies and tyrants get away with this.

17.01.2022 CHILDREN AND TECHNOLOGY: With growing concerns that too much time spent in front of the screen can lead to sleep problems, poor-self image, weight gain and lower grades to name just a few, many parents are worried about the relationship between screen time and child development. This article from Big Think offers advice for parenting in the digital age, now and after the pandemic. Read on: https://bit.ly/2Q6GFgX #CFLS #FamilyMatters

17.01.2022 KEEPING RESOLUTIONS: It’s easier to achieve your New Year’s goals and resolutions with accountability and support from someone with your best interest at heart. Susan Hamiton-Green from CFLS offers a range of services so the right pathway can be found, reflecting the unique needs of each family. Discover more: http://bit.ly/3gPiH6L #CFLS #FamilyMatters

16.01.2022 INCREASE IN LAW CASES: Victorias lockdown has enhanced complexity and stress for families who are in the middle of separating. Will Alstergren, Chief Justice of Family Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court speaks with ABC News to report on a considerable increase in urgent family law cases fuelled by lockdown stress. Listen here: https://ab.co/2CqQd3o #CFLS #FamilyMatters

16.01.2022 WELLBEING IN FATHERHOOD: Around one in 20 soon-to-be fathers will experience mental health issues during their partner’s pregnancy, while one in 10 struggles after their child’s birth. Many males don’t recognise the signs and symptoms of perinatal depression or anxiety. This ABC Life article delves deeper: https://ab.co/34Bo0Sy #CFLS #FamilyMatters

15.01.2022 SIBLING BOND: Its fascinating to pause and look at your parenting efforts through the eyes of your children. This article by Krista Salazar demonstrates the clarity that children have, the judgements they make and the importance of the sibling bond. Read on: https://bit.ly/3licjq9 #CFLS #FamilyMatters

14.01.2022 LIGHT BEYOND THE CLOUDS: We understand that no two families or their circumstances are ever the same. At Creative Family Law Solutions, we collaborate with you to provide the best outcome for your unique circumstances to help you on your path to finding the light beyond the clouds. Reach out to Susan and her team here: https://bit.ly/3bQzSjS #CFLS #SharedDignity #MutualRespect

13.01.2022 I grew up in a WASP (white anglo-saxon protestant) household and never really had to consider liberation and what it is to be free. I had my own challenges as a woman, and still do, but on the world stage I come from a privileged background with so many freedoms that I have taken for granted. Covid has forced us to acknowledge and look differently at our world on a personal level- being free to feel the sun on our face, walk the dog last thing of the day, work from our office..., join our friends and family at a local cafe or restaurant, any many more. I am now so much more grateful for the simple things in life. But this time in history has brought home to me with a jolt, the notion of freedom on a community, continent and racial basis. As we scan the news for updates of how the world is coping we see horrific scenes that bring the message into our homes, that things are very wrong. There are so many things that I take for granted that are not even dreamt of by many people in the world. There are people who cannot approach the police and expect protection and safety. There are people who are ridiculed and vilified for who they love and cherish. There are people who cannot expect to have even their most basic needs met on a daily let alone, weekly, monthly or annual basis. This is happening in many places in the world, but it is also happening around the corner, and over the back fence!! This article is by a passionate black women, written for her community, of which I could not possibly be accepted into. She appeals to one who inspires her- Audre Lorde and says of her "Lordes work challenges me to become more certain of my personal responsibility to a collective struggle for liberation. She beckons me to see myself as a complex person who deserves care as a revolutionary act. She tells me that as a woman, I am powerful and dangerous." She states that true liberation requires valuing all Black lives, not just those who mirror our own experiences. She points to the essay, I Am Your Sister: Black Women Organizing Across Sexualities, where Lorde teaches a core lesson: Failing to prioritize the dismantling of heterosexism and homophobia (both manifestations of patriarchy) in our intimate and sexual lives will prevent us from dismantling White supremacy, anti-Black racism, capitalism, and patriarchy throughout the world. She heralds a revolution that requires a fight for recognition of a much more basis need- for all human beings to be able to expect and to be treated with dignity-a paradigm shift for me, as I may not be accepted as a legitimate member of the Black Lives Matter movement, but I could easily, and want to be, a committed and passionate member of the Human Dignity for All movement and stand alongside my black, yellow and brown sisters, cousins, aunts and nieces! It is so much more powerful to focus on what binds us together rather than what makes us stand apart. See more

13.01.2022 FOCUS: When the world around you feels uncertain, its common to feel a sense of anxiety for the future. This article from the ABC provides strategies and helpful suggestions on getting through a tough day. Read here: https://ab.co/3gxRDs1 #CFLS #SharedDignity

12.01.2022 EMPOWERED SOLUTIONS: Ready to claim your rights and get back in control of your life? Creative Family Law Solutions will invest in you, making you feel as though you don’t have to go through this alone. Speak to Susan and the team to step into your empowerment today. Get in contact: https://bit.ly/3e8uonu #CFLS #FamilyMatters

12.01.2022 CONFLICT COACHING: We understand that separation is one of the toughest experiences a family can face. To ensure that everyones needs are considered, we offer conflict coaching sessions to achieve the best possible outcome for each family member. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2VGnQVy #CFLS #SharedDignity #MutualRespect

12.01.2022 FDR: In a Family Dispute Resolution session, you determine the matters on the agenda and we work with you to understand the best way to move forward. These matters can include both legal or non-legal issues. For more information on what the expect in your FDP appointment, visit https://bit.ly/2CRfAur #CFLS #FamilyMatters

10.01.2022 HEALING: At Creative Family Law Solutions, we provide you with stage-by-stage support to effectively communicate and reach a mutual agreement through mediation. Give yourself the chance to grow and reach out to Susan Hamilton-Green and her team today: https://bit.ly/3iRA0Uc #CFLS #FamilyMatters

10.01.2022 NOVEMBER NEWS: The latest newsletter from Susan Hamilton-Green has just landed in your inboxes! For your monthly dose of movie and podcast recommendations as well as insightful education pieces, read on here: https://bit.ly/3nqrZrD #CFLS #FamilyMatters

09.01.2022 "Child development does not stop in a crisis. The foundations of lifelong learning, health, and behavior are being laid now, in the narrow window that begins prenatally and continues particularly through ages two and three. These foundations will be as strongor as weakas the environment of relationships and experiences that young children find themselves in during this time. Waiting for the pandemic to be over to get back to work simply is not in the cards. Now is our time to do things differently."

09.01.2022 WORKING TOGETHER: If you’re looking for advice on a legal matter that will impact your family, Susan Hamilton-Green offers the support you need during this challenging time to help move you towards a new stage of life. Interested in working together? We'd love to hear from you. Get in touch today: cflsolutions.com.au #CFLS #FamilyMatters

09.01.2022 THINK TWICE: Asking someone if they plan to have another child may feel like an innocent question, but for those who have experienced infertility or other health issues, it can be triggering. ABC Life explains further how a question that may be intended to be just small talk, can mean much more for the person asked. Read on: https://ab.co/3faOPAR #CFLS #FamilyMatters

08.01.2022 SEPTEMBER NEWS: Our first newsletter of Spring has just arrived in your inbox! This month, Susan Hamilton-Green reflects on the simple pleasures in life like a stroll around her local park, Fitzroy Gardens. Even under these tough restrictions, there is no doubt about the value of a blue sky and the green of nature to uplift and renew. Susan also shares some of her favourite articles and television series. Read this months newsletter here: https://bit.ly/2Ro2vgK #CFLS #FamilyMatters

08.01.2022 I was drawn to this article after listening to and watching some of the devastating victim statements in the trial of Brenton Tarrant, in New Zealand for his terrorist attack in the Mosque. The stories were heart wrenching, and the suffering of those left behind a grim reminder of the consequences of these terrible acts that live on in so many lives for so long. The intensity of the emotion sent in Tarrants direction was palpable, and he appeared immune! Justice for many was... reflected in their wish for him to receive the maximum punishment. A few spoke of forgiveness and love but this was in start contrast to the anger and bitterness of most. Not only had Tarrant killed their loved ones, but he had inflicted grief and sorrow and pain that for them would be life long. Could there be another way? Perhaps..." Rather than a lens of punishment, consequence, or even accountability, we might try understanding justice through an ethic of love." See more

08.01.2022 WRITE IT DOWN: Tough conversations are vital for maintaining healthy relationships. If youre finding it difficult to get the words out, a letter can help you carefully craft what you want to say and allow your partner to take time to process your words. Couples counsellor Esther Perel offers advice on how best to use a letter to tackle hard conversations here: https://ab.co/3jBlC2L #CFLS #SharedDignity

07.01.2022 Families in Australia Survey: Life during COVID-19: Report no. 3 The Australian Institute of Family Studies has released their third report based on their Families in Australia Survey: Life during COVID-19, Help and support. They surveyed 7,306 people about how they had been affected by COVID-19. Report no. 3 presents survey findings on how we helped, and were helped, by relatives, friends, community groups and professionals during the pandemic. Key findings... During lockdown, relatives were our leading source (from people outside of our household) of financial support and help with things such as shopping and domestic work. Friends were a leading source of emotional support, and community organisations were key providers of personal care and mobility. People aged 50-69 years were the most likely to give help and the least likely to receive it. People in remote areas and people aged 18-29 were less able to access professional help than other groups, despite needing it more. https://aifs.gov.au/publications/help-and-support.

07.01.2022 Matters of Adoption A Podcast Relationship Matters has a new podcast series, Matters of Adoption which takes a look at the myriad of perspectives and opinions around intercountry adoption in Australia. The first 4 episodes have a focus on the life stages of adoptees and they interview some of their practitioners about the work theyve been doing to support adoptive parents, adoptee children and teens as well as young and older adult adoptees. The series explores the practit...ioners perspective, and future episodes will include the voices of all involved. https://soundcloud.com/user-7976//icafss-podcast-series-1

07.01.2022 R U OK?: Today is R U Ok? Day - a campaign to help raise awareness of the importance of mental health. We encourage you to check in with your friends, family and colleagues and reassure them that they have your support through both lifes good days and bad days. Visit ruok.org.au for useful resources on how to meaningfully connect with the people around you all year round. #CFLS #SharedDignity

07.01.2022 A FRESH START: As we head into Spring, the opportunity to start afresh is ours. Making moves in a positive direction can lead to more exciting changes. With the support of Susan and the Creative Family Law Solutions team, we can lead you towards the new beginning youve been dreaming of sooner than you might have imagined. Get in touch today: cflsolutions.com.au #CFLS #SharedDignity

07.01.2022 Congratulations to Freia Carlton for 10 years leadership of the FDRS team at VLA!

06.01.2022 CELEBRATING DIFFERENCES: Its important to teach children about kindness, generosity of spirit and the ability to celebrate those special traits that make us who we are. You know what they say: be kind to everyone you meet, you never know what battles they are fighting. This article gives a very compelling description of a girl with a disability that appears hidden and does not have the skills to fit in easily with the mainstream. Read on: https://bit.ly/32xngwM #CFLS #FamilyMatters

06.01.2022 ARGUING IN 2020: In these challenging times, its not surprising to learn that many relationships have suffered under the stress of pandemic. Whether youve found yourself constantly arguing with your partner or youre waiting for the right time to end your relationship, this article from ABC Life offers advice on how to best move forward: https://ab.co/2FNKR3n #CFLS #FamilyMatters

06.01.2022 NEW YEAR, NEW YOU: A brand new year is a chance for a fresh start. At Creative Family Law Solutions, we collaborate with you to achieve the best result for your unique situation, supporting you on the path to personal rediscovery. If you require the expertise of a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner to assist you with your family matter, reach out today: https://bit.ly/3bQzSjS #CFLS #FamilyMatters

05.01.2022 TELEHEALTH: The pandemic has taken a toll on the mental health of many Australians. With social distancing measures in place, many have turned to support via telehealth services. ABC Life discuss the pros and cons of video calls replacing face to face therapy. Read on: https://ab.co/360fagS #CFLS #FamilyMatters

05.01.2022 FINDING CONTROL: With many of us still working from home, it’s important to stay focused on trying to maintain some structure, routine and control around work to avoid fatigue. ABC Life offers some tips on how to bounce back when working from home feels more exhausting than usual. Read on: https://ab.co/34BjK5r #CFLS #FamilyMatters

04.01.2022 For most of my practice, cultural competence is facilitating cultural differences between the parties, but we must also consider how mediators ourselves contribute to conflict by an unwillingness or incapacity to examine our own biases. Starting with ourselves and reflective practice is the first step to cultural competence.

04.01.2022 NEWSLETTER: Each month, Susan Hamilton-Green delights your inbox with a monthly round-up of her favourite educational and entertaining articles, as well as a reflection on the past month. Read the August newsletter here: https://bit.ly/30OXqDM #CFLS #FamilyMatters

03.01.2022 STAYING FRIENDS: A friendship with an ex-partner is possible with the right communication. Author Yumi Stynes explains the key ingredients for staying friends after a break-up. Read on: https://ab.co/3k44uTS #CFLS #SharedDignity

03.01.2022 Such helpful tips!

02.01.2022 CHILDREN BEHAVING BADLY: Its concerning when a child starts to behave in an anti-social way, especially when that behaviour is out of character. Parenting and education specialist Dr Rosina McAlpine sits down with Kat Feeney on ABC Radio to discuss how to deal with childhood aggression. Listen here: https://ab.co/30OETYb #CFLS #FamilyMatters

02.01.2022 All women face challenges in life, and deserve recognition for their contribution as daughter, sister, friend, companion, mother, lover, grand-mother, and in many more ways. But there are some women who make a contribution that goes far beyond the personal and benefits all others. These women are true heroines, and inspire others to be better for their contribution. RBG is one of these very special ladies who has fought for us her whole life. Despite her own issues she has made significant improvements in the lives of all other women throughout the world. It is a very sad day when such a noble lady leaves us, but I hope that she is at peace and realises how much of a legacy she has left behind.

01.01.2022 Covid has reinforced for me the importance of community. Social Media is a big part of how I have established my community and how I remain connected. Ruby Assembly is the crucial aupport for me in creating and maintaining this connection!

01.01.2022 STEP-PARENT CHALLENGES: Being a step-parent comes with its own set of challenges and considerations. ABC Life offers experts advice on how to best approach step-parenting to help give your family the best chance of becoming a healthy unit. Read on here: https://ab.co/2FgzlNJ #CFLS #FamilyMatters

01.01.2022 CALL ON US: You can call on Creative Family Law Solutions for tailored solutions and support on issues arising from relationship breakdowns. Susan and her team provide family dispute resolution services to enable parties to work towards a mutually acceptable outcome. Discover more: https://bit.ly/3ko84HW #CFLS #FamilyMatters

01.01.2022 Collaborative Practice This is a term that is being heard more and more in relation to family disputes. Have you wondered what it is and how it might benefit you or your clients? Have a look at the brief description in this video, and contact me if you would like to know more!