Koffels Solicitors & Barristers

Gerald Ridsdale, one of Australia’s most prolific paedophiles, has died in prison. His death marks the end of a life defined by decades of abuse and institutional cover-ups.

St Stanislaus’ College, a Catholic boys’ school in Bathurst, has a history of abuse involving multiple offenders. Survivors can pursue civil compensation. Contact us confidentially for guidance and support.

With modern legal standards prioritizing the best interests of the child, shared parental responsibility, and mediation, the outcome would likely be very different. This article explores how Australian courts now approach custody disputes and what lessons can be drawn from the film’s story.

What happens when a de facto couple separates in NSW? Do they have the same rights as married couples? Discover key differences in property, financial, and parenting rights.

Survivors of sexual abuse in Australia now face no time limitations for compensation claims. Learn about legal rights and the steps to seek compensation.

Are you a former student or staff member of St Francis Xavier College in Florey, ACT, who witnessed or experienced mistreatment during your time there between the years of 1984 and 1993?

Bob Montgomery’s 2020 sentencing exposed decades of abuse across institutions like Scouts Australia and Campbellfield Boys Home. This article aims to uncover hidden truths, support survivors, and encourage those with information to step forward.

What is Financial Infidelity, how to spot it, what do it about it if you find it, and when legal advice might be the next step.

Father Evans was known as the “King of the Kids” due to his close ties with youth groups. However, his career was marred by serious allegations and convictions of sexual abuse against minors.