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Tayla Kilkeary

Director and Principal Solicitor

Tayla Kilkeary is the founder and Legal Practitioner Director of Avokah Legal, a Brisbane family law firm built on the belief that clients deserve exceptional outcomes, not just adequate ones. With a career focused on Family Law and Domestic Violence, Tayla has earned a strong reputation across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast for her sharp attention to detail, practical problem-solving, and genuine commitment to her clients. She handles complex property, parenting, divorce, and domestic violence matters, and when things get difficult, she’s exactly who you want in your corner. Tayla holds a Bachelor of Laws and Diploma of Legal Practice, is admitted to both the Queensland Supreme Court and the High Court of Australia, and is a member of the Queensland Law Society and the Family Law Practitioners Association.

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What Evidence Do You Need For A DVO?

Evidence is critical to support your need for a DVO. The court won’t just take your word for it in most cases; you must be able to provide proof of past behaviour and the risk of future domestic violence. The Kind Of Evidence Required For A DVO 1) Witness Statements

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Parental Responsibility

Creating Parenting Orders That Work For Your Family

After a marriage or de facto relationship ends, it can be challenging to know how to address parenting matters and whether parenting orders are necessary. In Australia, there are a few common avenues to address how children will be cared for by each parent and what each parent’s responsibilities will

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Parental Alienation

Parental Alienation

Parental alienation can often arise following the breakdown of a family unit, leading to complex negotiations or even court proceedings about how much time children should spend with each parent. Ideally, arrangements are made in the child’s best interests, with the goal of maintaining meaningful relationships with both parents. But

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Managing De Facto Relationships & Family Law in 2025

In today’s world, de facto relationships are common, with many committed couples choosing not to marry or have a wedding – yet the law often sees these relationships no different to marriage. In Australia specifically, de facto relationships can carry the same legal weight as marriages, especially when it comes

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Child-Impact-Reports

Child Impact Reports & How They Inform Court Decisions

Child Impact Reports & The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia In family law proceedings, the best interests of the child are a paramount consideration. To ensure these interests are properly considered, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) may require a Child Impact Report (CIR). These

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Separation and Property Settlement: Navigating Family Loans

Separation and Property Settlement: Navigating Family Loans

Division of Property in Separation When a relationship breaks down, one of the critical steps in the process of separation is the division of property. This includes calculating the assets, superannuation, and liabilities that form the property pool. However, complications can arise when there is a dispute over whether funds

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