Under the Family Law Act 1975, a person has a responsibility to financially assist their spouse or former de facto partner, if that person cannot meet their own reasonable expenses from their personal income or assets. The general viewpoint is that once the essential requirements are taken care of, the Court won’t do anything to order […]
Our country is full of successful immigrant stories, of people who have braved much hardship in their journey to Australia to secure safety and better opportunities for children. After time, it is unsurprising that the new environment and culture shock can impact on the marriage and result in a breakdown. Can you get divorced in […]
So you were injured at work during your marriage and were compensated for your loss of income, pain and suffering and likely, because of your employer’s negligence. This is a payment made to you and without any involvement of your spouse, so is your ex-wife is entitled to your compensation payout? Personal injury awards are financial […]
Sometimes during a marriage or while parties are going through the separation process, one becomes entitled to, or receives, an inheritance. Perhaps a parent or grandparent passed away, and as part of the estate process, it becomes clear that you will likely receive a payment. So is your inheritance included in family law assets? The […]
So you have been separated for 12 consecutive months and have finally met that requirement to get divorced. But now that you are here, how long does it actually take to get a divorce? Put simply, it will be around 4 months if everything is agreed upon; naturally, if one party disagrees, the procedure will take longer […]
You are not too young to have a Will drawn up. Death can come at any point and whilst you hope that it’s many years away, the truth of the matter is that there’s a fair amount of luck involved. One thing that you can control, however, is your decision to be as prepared as […]
Going through a separation or divorce, arriving at an amicable parenting arrangement with an ex or sorting out a will are often emotional experiences that can take a heavy toll on any person. You need someone appropriate to help you. Keep reading to see how to know that you have a good family lawyer. Having […]
Many know someone who has been through a separation and looking at the stats, many have experienced it for themselves. Separation from a significant partner is a lifechanging event. Unfortunately, it can also be a life-ending event in extreme circumstances. Such a challenging period comes with strong emotions such as grief and loss, fear and […]
The law is accessible to everyone. We walk you through what you should ask a family lawyer before separation so that the law can work for you. It is natural to think that some of the first questions you should ask your family lawyer are: “What does the law say should happen in relation to […]
Do you need a lawyer for a mediation? The fact that you are reading our answer to this question suggests that you are thinking about resolving your family law issues amicably and through discussion. We commend you for this. Unlike a lawyer, a mediator won’t tell you whether the deal you are making is in […]