Attending Compulsory Family Dispute Resolution – what to expect
Separating couples should make reasonable attempts to agree on the future living arrangements, care and responsibility for their children. The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)…
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Common Family Law Fallacies
If you’re in the unfortunate situation of going through a break-up you have probably heard all sorts of ‘advice’ from well-meaning friends and family. Family…
The process of obtaining probate
Probate is a grant made by a Court that ‘proves’ the Will of a deceased person and vests title to estate assets in the executor/s.…
Bankruptcy and Family Law Proceedings
Dividing property after partners separate is generally stressful, with each party concerned about his or her financial future. The bankruptcy of one party adds a…
Getting interim orders in the Family Court
Separated couples unable to resolve matters regarding parenting and finances through mutual agreement can apply for interim orders in the Federal Circuit Court (or Family…
Top tips for reducing legal fees in your family law matter
Family law proceedings can become very stressful. The last thing you should be worrying about is exorbitant legal fees. However, your family law fees do…
Estate planning for blended families
Most of us appreciate the importance of making a Will and having an estate plan that sets out how we would like to provide for…
What happens when parenting orders are ignored?
Separating parents must arrange for the future care, welfare and development of their children. These arrangements may be formalised in parenting orders which are endorsed…
The importance of character references in a Court case
If you know someone who is being sentenced in Court and they ask you for a character reference do you know what to do? The…
We’re still friends, why do we need a ‘legal’ property settlement?
Many couples separate on good terms, which is great. The breakdown of a relationship can be difficult, however putting differences aside to move forward can…