Real Stories. Real Harm.
These are the voices of those silenced by the Family Court system. Read their experiences and understand why reform is urgent.
Denied access for 3 years despite no findings of risk
I have spent over $150,000 in legal fees and have not seen my children in 3 years. The system allows for endless delays and false allegations without consequence.
34 others relate to this
Financial abuse ignored by the registrar
My ex-husband hid assets in offshore accounts. Despite providing evidence, the registrar refused to order a forensic accounting report, leaving me with nothing.
41 others relate to this
The ICL never even met my children
The Independent Children's Lawyer made recommendations that completely changed our lives, yet she never spoke to the children once. How is this in their best interests?
48 others relate to this
False allegations used as a weapon
I was accused of violence to gain an advantage in property settlement. The police found no evidence, but the family court treated me as guilty until proven innocent.
55 others relate to this
Grandparents cut off from their grandchildren
We have been erased from our grandchildren's lives. The court says we have no standing, despite being their primary carers for 5 years.
62 others relate to this
Bankrupted by the process
The legal fees have taken everything. I am now homeless, while my ex-partner lives in the matrimonial home. The system is designed to break you.
69 others relate to this