Child support agreements are contractual arrangements between parents or non-parents that enable financial support for their children. The Child Support Scheme was introduced by the Australian government on 1 July 1988 to... Read More
A divorce is legal recognition that a marriage has ended, and it brings to a close the legal duties and responsibilities spouses owe to one another. Obtaining a divorce is... Read More
What is Spousal Maintenance? Spousal maintenance is a responsibility you or your former partner might have to financially support the other person after separation or divorce. Spousal maintenance is not automatic... Read More
In Australia, both marriages and de facto relationships are recognised by law, therefore when couples split, there are legal considerations which must be dealt with before leaving your relationship. 1. Gather important... Read More
Understanding Australian Child Custody Laws Australian parenting arrangements recognise that fathers have an important role in the caretaking of children by the creation of an equitable agreement between parents that... Read More
