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Court mulls whether victim of domestic violence should have to pay costs to abuser
Lower courts found the man had been abusive but did not issue a protection order.
Artist wins appeal, ex-husband fails in legal bid to get half her copyright
However, Sirpa Alalaakkola's ex-husband will receive a larger share of other assets.
Mow your own lawns, judge tells mum with ‘unaffordable’ child support
The judge noted she drove a four-wheel drive vehicle when there were cheaper cars to run.
Judge decides kids better off with mum because dad can't 'preserve' their Māori culture
The children were raised in a Māori household, but lived with their dad after a breakup.
Jailed serial rapist barred from contacting daughters after sending them 'provocative' drawings
The artwork featured females in 'fairly provocative poses and dressed in very little'.
Govt department used protected Family Court information to suspend employee
MSD should have sought permission from the court first.
When wills go wrong: Why you need one - and what happens when it's challenged
'I used to think custody battles were the worst, until I presided over estate disputes.'
Summer reads: Why the Family Court needs fixing - and what it does to our children
A look at the Family Court and how parent custody battles are wrecking children’s lives.
‘A warzone’: The brutal reality of the Family Court in New Zealand
Family Court is not an enjoyable experience for anyone involved.
When should you divide up debts with an ex-partner?
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The Ex-Files: ‘My ex is using a trust to pay less child support’
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Man's legal action against ex-wife an 'abuse of process', judge rules
Ex-husband filed 88 applications in court against wife. He must now pay $100,000-plus.
My precious: Man sues fianceé for $45k engagement ring after split
He wanted the ring back to restore him to his previous financial position.
Grandmother's heartbreaking fight to save grandson from life Oranga Tamariki describes as ‘grim’
Grandmother speaks out about heartbreaking custody battle for 'neglected' grandson.
Woman vindicated after High Court rules Family Court judge made mistakes
High Court found judge 'effectively teamed up' with the lawyers of ex-husband.
Constable's hope: The new generation that could solve a small town's domestic violence woes
This policewoman is teaching children what love looks like when they're in a safe home.
‘Ignorant woman’: Lawyer’s comments about judge land him in hot water
'If you have a penis, then you will lose'. The man claimed the Family Court favours women.
Mum wanted a 'half-caste' baby, so she got a sperm donor - but then he went to court
The man wants his daughter to be aware of her identity and proud of her heritage.
Aunt denied access to niece and nephew applied to court to be their cultural adviser
But the parents didn’t want her near their children.
'Contrary to religious beliefs': Judge orders kids be vaccinated against mother’s wishes
The dad wanted his three children fully vaccinated. Their mother didn't.
‘I am not a family man’: Court order allows man to disown teen twins likely sired during threesome
The twins had his surname and he was named on their birth certificate.
Analysis: The election issue that has been 'completely missing'
While crime has been a major focus, the biggest component has been absent in campaigning.
The Ex-Files: Can I change my son’s surname?
The pros and cons - and what has been allowed in the past.
'No one would listen': Child put in care of attempted-murderer dad
Oranga Tamariki has apologised and offered the mother a payment of $4500.
Ex-Files: I left my husband in Australia - and want our kids to stay here with me
'My husband will be furious when he finds out I have no plans to return with the kids.'
Criminal defendants invited to meeting offering $75 Prezzy cards for attendance
"The knowledge shared at the wānanga was invaluable for all those involved."
Your child's abuser could still have a say: What you need to know
Even exes who committed serious assaults and had been absent for years still have a say.
Mum 'disgusted' abusive ex gets say over brain-damaged son's name
The boy has the developmental age of a toddler after being shaken as a baby by his father.
'Body bags': Neighbour had fears for kids before YouTube mum's child abuse charges
'We thought they were going to come out of that house with body bags.'
‘High level of concern’ for missing kids after dad's alleged bank heist
Police have charged Phillips with aggravated robbery, aggravated wounding.
Missing dad wanted for armed bank heist, shooting at supermarket worker
Police have charged Phillips with aggravated robbery, aggravated wounding.
Kevin Costner wins bitter child support battle with estranged wife
Actor says there were 'no winners' in the acrimonious legal battle.
Family Caught - how parent custody battles are wrecking children's lives
Jane Phare talks to parents, lawyers and experts in a three-part series.