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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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🎙️ New Podcast Episode | Separation vs Divorce in Australia This week, we unpack a topic that is often misunderstood and can have serious legal consequences: Separation vs divorce in Australia — what’s the difference, and why does it matter? While these terms are commonly used interchangeably, they mean very different things under Australian family law. Misunderstanding the distinction can impact your finances, parenting arrangements, legal rights, and future decisions. In this episode, Dan...
Do de facto couples have the same legal rights as married couples in Australia? It’s one of the most common questions people ask when separating — and one of the biggest myths in family law. In this episode of The Divorce Collective Podcast, Dannielle Young explains: • What legally defines a de facto relationship • Whether de facto couples can access property settlement, superannuation splitting, and spousal maintenance • The key requirements that must be met • Why parenting and children’s ...
When families go through separation or major change, children often feel it long before they can express it. Their emotions show up in behaviours not sentences and for many parents, this can be confusing, overwhelming, or even heartbreaking. In this episode, Dannielle Young, breaks down the emotional realities children face during parental separation and offers supportive, practical guidance for families navigating this transition. Dannielle shares real examples from her work with famil...
In this episode, Dannielle Young, Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner at Danielle Young Mediations, discusses the importance of effective co-parenting communication following separation. Separation and divorce can be highly challenging, particularly when children are involved. The way parents communicate during and after separation plays a significant role in shaping their children’s sense of security, emotional development, and future...
In this episode, we explore the new Leaving Violence Program, a permanent, federally funded initiative supporting people leaving violent intimate partner relationships. We discuss what the program is, the types of support it offers including up to $5,000 in financial assistance and how it helps with safety planning, housing, legal aid, and counselling. The episode also covers eligibility requirements, how to access the program through Telstra Health, and the regional First Nations-led trials ...
In this episode of The Divorce Collective Podcast, Dannielle Young, Family Lawyer at Collective Family Law Group, unpacks one of the biggest shifts in family law — how courts now handle add-backs in property settlements. ⚖ If you’ve heard the term “add-backs” before or are currently dividing assets after separation, this episode is a must-listen. Danielle explains how the recent Shinnehara & Shinnehara case has changed the approach — the courts no longer pretend spent money still exists....
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 y...
In this episode, Danielle Young, Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, breaks down the recent legal shift around ad backs in property settlements. If you’re navigating separation or divorce, understanding how the courts now handle money that’s already been spent is crucial. She explains what ad backs are, how the approach to them has changed, and what it means for your property pool moving forward. Discover why it’s more important than ...
In this episode of The Divorce Collective Podcast, Danielle Young—Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner at Danielle Young Mediations—unpacks one of the most common questions she hears: Do step-parents have rights when it comes to children they’ve helped raise? We’ll cover who the law recognises as a step-parent under the Family Law Act 1975, whether step-parents automatically get parental rights, and what options are available if you wan...
In this episode, Danielle Young, Head of Family Law at Collective Family Law Group and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, speaks directly to anyone feeling emotionally overwhelmed by separation. She explores the storm of emotions that often come with it sadness, anger, fear, guilt, and even relief and reminds listeners that every feeling is valid and part of the healing process. Danielle shares the Drop Anchor technique for grounding yourself when emotions feel too much, practical...
Who keeps the pet after a breakup? Under new changes to the Family Law Act, pets are finally being seen for what they are — loved family members. In this episode of The Divorce Collective, Dannielle Young dives into what these legal changes mean, how courts are handling pet custody, and why mediation might be the key to avoiding a pet custody war.
In this episode of The Divorce Collective, host Dannielle Young follows her theme of stress and conflict management strategies to adopt during separation. She introduces the Dropping Anchor Technique, a mindfulness-based grounding exercise rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). By exploring this technique, Dannielle helps individuals to stay calm and collected during the emotionally overwhelming moments of separation. This practical, three-step will call you to feel empowered in r...
Separation can be an emotionally charged process, often leading to misunderstandings and conflict. In today’s episode of The Divorce Collective, Dannielle Young explores the BIFF Technique—Brief, Informative, Friendly, and Firm—a practical communication strategy to minimise conflict during separation. Whether you're navigating co-parenting, legal discussions, or personal exchanges, BIFF offers a structured approach to keep conversations calm and productive. Key Points Discussed What is...
Join Senior Associate and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Dannielle Young in this episode of the Divorce Collective Podcast as she shares insight on navigating separation with children with neurodivergent needs. Separation is challenging and the complexities multiply when neurodivergent children are involved in the process. Neurodivergent children thrive on structure, consistency and credibility. It is essential to adapt thoughtful strategies that prioritise children’s emotional wellb...
In this episode of The Divorce Collective Podcast, Dannielle Young, Senior Associate at Collective Family Law Group and an experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, sheds light on the often-overlooked topic of support people in family law mediation. Mediation is a highly effe
In this episode of The Divorce Collective Podcast, Danielle Young, Senior Associate and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner at Collective Family Law Group, explores the often-overlooked downsides of taking family law disputes to court. Many separating couples assume that court is the only route to resolve issues like parenting arrangements and property settlements, but it’s important to understand the emotional, financial, and time-consuming toll it can take on everyone involved—especially...
Join Senior Associate and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Dannielle Young in this episode of the Divorce Collective Podcast, as she discusses a topic that often comes up in family law matters: Introducing new partners to your children after separation. The transition through separation and divorce is a challenging time, especially when it involves managing your children’s emotions and adjusting to new dynamics within the family. Introducing a new partner can add complexity to this alre...
Join Senior Associate and Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Dannielle Young in this episode of the Divorce Collective Podcast, as she shares the harmful effects of speaking negatively about the other parent post-separation. While it’s common for emotions to run high during and after a separation, parents often don’t realise the profound impact that negative comments can have on their children. The Impact of Speaking Negatively About the Other ParentIn this episode, Dannielle ...
Join Senior Associate Dannielle Young in this episode of the Divorce Collective Podcast as she breaks down the complexities of Section 60I certificates in Australian family law. If you're going through post-separation parenting disputes, understanding these certificates is essential for achieving the best outcomes for your children. What is a 60i Certificate?In this episode, Dannielle explains what a Section 60I certificate is when it is required, and the circumstances that may exempt you f...
Join Dannielle Young, Senior Associate at Collective Family Law Group, as she talks us through a powerful tool for presenting evidence: affidavits. It can be difficult to fully comprehend crucial legal documents and what they entail. Tune in and learn what affidavits are, their purpose in Australian Family Law, how to prepare one, and the importance of accuracy and honesty when creating an affidavit. What is an affidavit? An affidavit is a written statement made under oath or affirmation, ...
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I wish more parents would listen to this segment. I recently read a post on social media written by a disgruntled parent about how the other party did not contribute anything to the maintenance of their child. Whilst this might be true and quite upsetting , the vent was posted on a public status....has this parent considered future employers of their child or any other party whereby access to this family info might not be something the child would have liked to share ? Thank you for your common sense tips.
really interesting insight about the different types of contributions. Thank you.