The transfer of ownership of property between family members, whether as part of a gifting gesture between parties or a sale transaction, may seem like a straightforward process — after all, it’s much easier to coordinate with a close relative than a stranger. While not difficult, the process of transferring a property title to a...
In Australia, we have a concept called “No-fault divorce”. You do not need a reason to divorce your spouse. The only ground for divorce is that the marriage has broken down irretrievably. The Court requires this to be demonstrated by a separation of at least 12 months. It is immaterial if the parties remain living...
Updating your will plan on a regular basis is fundamental to ensuring your will reflects your current financial and personal situation. There are a number of events that occur that have the effect of revoking all or part of your will.
Updating your will plan on a regular basis is fundamental to ensuring your will reflects your current financial and personal situation. There are a number of events that occur that have the effect of revoking all or part of your will.
Updating your will plan on a regular basis is fundamental to ensuring your will reflects your current financial and personal situation. There are a number of events that occur that have the effect of revoking all or part of your will.
Updating your will plan on a regular basis is fundamental to ensuring your will reflects your current financial and personal situation. There are a number of events that occur that have the effect of revoking all or part of your will.
Divorce applications can be an expensive exercise. The Family Court and Federal Circuit Court fees to file a divorce application at the time of writing this blog are $910.00. For many people, this cost can be a barrier to applying for divorce. The courts however may offer a discounted fee under certain conditions.
In 2017 Australia finally amended its legislation to allow same sex couples to enter into Marriage. With this change same sex couples now find the legal circumstances of their relationships have evolved. So then how has the law as it applies to same sex relationships changed, and what are your rights now?
Family mediation is a process by which separating families can reach agreements about the care of children and the split of property without the need for litigation. It is compulsory in Australia to attempt to resolve family matters in Family Mediation before applying to Court for orders.
A common question asked by parents afer divorce is what is a parenting plan? A parenting plan is an agreement that parents into to articulate whom will be responsible for the day-to-day issues as well as the long terms decisions for their children. It is typically done when the relationship has irretrievably broken down.
