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Inheritances and Family Law

Families and money can sometimes be a volatile combination. That is never more so than when divorces and Wills are concerned. When is an...

Things to consider when partners separate

Do you have a friend or relative who has just separated? If so, the information below should help. What is meant by separation?...

Six things to know about Binding Financial Agreements

There are many names for Binding Financial Agreements (BFA’s), including; Pre-nuptial Agreements (commonly known as pre-nups),...

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...

Family Law and co-parenting in difficult times

The coronavirus (COVID-19) has brought additional stress and uncertainty to many families involved in co-parenting which, by its nature,...

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...

The Family Court and de facto relationships

Over the last decade an increasing number of Australians are living in de facto relationships, while marriage rates have fallen. ...

Immunisation and Family Law

Some Australian parents have recently begun to question whether to immunise their children, expressing concerns about possible...

The family business and property settlements – the importance of valuations

Separating couples involved in a family law property settlement are often under emotional and financial pressure. When one or both...

Can I secretly record my spouse?

We’ve all had times when we can’t recall a conversation someone else swears we had. Often, one person in a relationship is more adamant...