Have you recently separated from your partner? Do you have unresolved matters which are preventing you from being able to completely move on with your life? Are you financially tied to your … [Read more...]
Mega money divorce does not mean pay day for lawyers
In a week that has seen the Courier Mail (on Sunday 30 June 2019) publish an article entitled ‘Til debt do us part’, criticising the adversarial family law system and what they coined “routine” legal … [Read more...]
Property Settlement – what do I need to know?
Separation can be tough. There’s lots to consider and it’s important to know where you stand. We’ve come up with a list of the basic things you need to know to help you ensure you get your fair … [Read more...]
When tragedy strikes – the impact of death of a parent after separation
Children of separated households have often experienced significant grief, trauma and possibly conflict in their lives. Hopefully, with careful guidance and child focus, parents are able to … [Read more...]
Worst Pre-Nup ever set aside by the High Court of Australia in landmark ruling
On 8 November, 2017 the High Court has handed down a much awaited decision in respect of the matter of Thorne v Kennedy (http://eresources.hcourt.gov.au/downloadPdf/2017/HCA/49). The High Court … [Read more...]
Inheritances – In or Out?
The issue of a prospective inheritance or an actual inheritance often comes up in discussions with clients regarding their property settlement issues. Understandably clients are concerned about … [Read more...]