Financial matters involving multiple jurisdictions are some of the most difficult (and interesting) family law cases to navigate.  Parties may reside in different countries, own assets in different parts of the world and/or require child support or maintenance from a party who resides overseas.  

In addition to the usual considerations, parties and legal representatives will often need to consider how assets located abroad can be identified and valued, how evidence can be gathered abroad, how political and taxation systems operate, how foreign laws and rules apply and, ultimately, how orders or agreements made in Australia or abroad will be enforced across borders.  Often there are language barriers, time differences, exchange rate fluctuations and cultural differences to navigate.

Our Renee Stockley is one of only a select group of family law practitioners in Australia to be admitted as a Fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL).   Fellows must have at least 10 years of experience in family law, be recognised as one of the most experienced and skilled family law practitioners in their jurisdiction and have extensive expertise and experience in international family law matters.  

We conduct international financial matters in the Australian Courts and also work with a range of legal, accounting and tax experts worldwide in relation to cross-border advice, orders and agreements.