On 6 May 2024, changes to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (‘Family Law Act’) came into effect. These new laws include changes to the parenting order framework and enforcement of child-related orders. Changes relating to parenting matters are set out in the Family Law Amendment Act (No 87) 2023 (Cth) (‘Family Law Amendment Act’)…. Read More
As a landlord in a residential tenancy agreement, there is an expectation that your tenant will pay the agreed rent on time and in full. Tenants are legally responsible for the payment of rent and must continue to do so until the tenancy ends. Any failure to pay rent outside the agreed terms is a… Read More
Following the breakdown of a marriage, separated or divorced parties must agree on how to divide their joint assets. As the division of property and finances is not included in a divorce order, a separate agreement must be made between you and your wife. Reaching an amicable agreement with your wife about the division of… Read More
Following the breakdown of a marriage, separated or divorced parties must agree on how to divide their joint assets. As the division of property and finances is not included in a divorce order, a separate agreement must be made between you and your husband. Reaching an amicable agreement with your husband about the division of… Read More
Unfortunately, in the wake of a loved one’s passing, the time for mourning is shared with the complicated process of finalising their estate. This process can cause tensions to arise between family members, especially children, in relation to shares of the inheritance. As a parent, it is important to have a Will in… Read More