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TAKING CARE OF YOU
I often find myself saying to clients “make sure that you take care of yourself – that’s the most...
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PROPERTY SETTLEMENT – WHAT IS JUST AND EQUITABLE?
The Family Law Act sets out a four step process to determine “what is a just and equitable (fair) settlement?” The...
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FAMILY DISPUTE RESOLUTION (FDR)
Parents are required to participate in family dispute resolution prior to the commencement of Court proceedings relating to children....
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TEN TIPS FOLLOWING SEPARATION
See an experienced family lawyer for an initial consultation (at least). This way you can ask any immediate questions...
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MAKE SURE YOU ARE CHILD FOCUSED
A recent decision of the Family Court has highlighted the importance of parents being child focused when they separate....
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HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR FAMILY LAWYER
Divorce or separation is a difficult and challenging time. Your experience may be made easier by taking the time...
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So you have agreed on a property settlement – what next?
Any agreement between you and your former partner should be formalised in writing. In relation to property matters, this...
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Fifty Shades of Not Quite Right
The best thing to come from Fifty Shades of Grey was one of Christian’s one liners, which I can’t...
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Your estate planning after separation
When most married couples execute wills and other estate planning documents, they generally leave the majority of their assets...
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Defence veterans invalidity payments – not superannuation
A Family Court Judge has ruled that the invalidity payments of defence veterans are immune from divorce settlements. Under...