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Maddison Jude

Legal Assistant

Maddison is a student at Latrobe University, nearing the end of her Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Global Studies alongside her Diploma in Languages. She has a keen interest in family law, particularly the presence of family violence in the legal system and how it impacts the community.

Over the course of her degree, Maddison has enjoyed both participating and judging moot court competitions, and is currently a volunteer working with young people in the justice system. She enjoys connecting with clients on a personal level and assisting them through their legal journey.

Outside of work, Maddison is an avid traveller and is always thinking about her next trip. Until then, you can find her at the beach, cooking dishes from different countries, or attempting another arts and crafts project. 

Recent articles by Maddison

Child relocation in family law

Child relocation in family law
Moving to a new home is a significant change for a child, especially for children involved in family law matters. In this blog, we look at how child relocation is considered after separation or divorce and the different options available to parents for reaching an outcome in their child’s best interests.
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After separation, can my child decide which parent they wish to live with?

After separation, can my child decide which parent they wish to live with?
Where a child lives and which parent they live with is one of the most difficult issues for separating families. If family law proceedings have begun, the Court can make orders determining a child’s living arrangements, including the overnight time they spend at each parent’s house.
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How social media can affect your family law matter

How social media can affect your family law matter
Like any difficult situation, some people use social media as a platform to vent their frustrations and share their thoughts. However, in family law proceedings, the way you behave on social media can affect your matter and how you present to the Court.
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Preparing for successful child changeover arrangements

Preparing for successful child changeover arrangements
In family law parenting matters, the Court can make parenting orders about how your child moves between their time with one parent to the other. This process is called ‘changeover’. Court orders may include where changeover is to take place and at what times.
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