My partner has a heap of credit card debt – Will I have to share that in our property settlement?
Breaking up is never easy, particularly when it comes to the untangling of joint finances. While both parties’ initial focus…
My parents paid for our big fat wedding – will that be relevant in our financial settlement?
A separation can turn into a nasty tug-of-war over who gets what in the property settlement. The waters are further…
My partner cheated on me – will they be penalised in our financial settlement?
Although some couples can recover from cheating, others may feel that separation or divorce is their only option. In this…
4 Things You Can Do To Kick-Start Your Stalled Family Law Matter in 2023
Separating from your former partner can be emotionally taxing at the best of times. But it can be even more…
Your relationship may have been conflict-ridden, but your separation doesn’t have to be
Ending a relationship is never easy. If the relationship is fraught with conflict, it can be even more challenging to…
What you need to know about travelling with kids post-separation
Travelling with the kids becomes more complicated after a separation, especially if you’re planning on an overseas trip. Here’s what you need to know about travelling with kids post-separation.
What to Do if Your Co-Parent is Not Paying Child Support
What should you do if your co-parent starts missing payments or only pays some of the agreed amount?
Well, the answer first depends on how you manage your child support with your co-parent.
Five Things you need to know about Applications for Divorce
No one gets married thinking divorce is in their future.
If you’re ready to end your marriage and unsure of the next step, here are answers to five common questions couples have about the divorce process.
What is Spousal Maintenance & When are you Entitled to it?
The end of a relationship is often followed by an unbundling of finances. If one party is not as well-off as the other, it could put them in a difficult financial position.
In that situation, they might be entitled to spousal maintenance.
What is Family Dispute Resolution and How Does it Work?
In a separation or divorce, couples who can’t agree on parenting arrangements for their children may eventually be forced to…
DIY Divorce Settlements – Beware The Hidden Pitfalls
Doing a DIY property settlement after divorce or separation is understandably tempting. It can seem faster and cheaper. With no…
Will I Be Able To Keep My Inheritance If I Separate?
Separation is an emotional time for any family. Emotions can, however, be heightened, if one of the spouses has recently…
Superannuation after separation – no longer the ‘forgotten’ asset
For many Australian couples, super is the largest asset they own, after the family home. So it’s likely superannuation savings…
Why You Should Consider Counselling for Separation
Relationship counselling is usually seen as a way for couples to reconcile. But if your relationship is irreconcilable and you’ve…
What does age have to do with how a child deals with separation?
The Family Law Act provides a pathway that we, as family lawyers, follow with respect to the advice that we provide about…
What Should I Know After An Initial Consultation With A Family Lawyer?
Making an appointment with a family lawyer is no doubt a daunting prospect for most clients. At a distressing time,…
