May 18, 2022 | Family Law
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 documents and protect your information Before leaving the family or matrimonial home gather documents like your will, passport and birth certificate. If there... Read More
Apr 28, 2022 | Family Law
Child support agreements are contractual arrangements between parents or non-parent carers to enable financial support for their children. The Child Support Scheme was introduced by the Australian government in 1998 to ensure the adequacy of court ordered child maintenance. Child support is payable for all children living in Australia (up to the age of 18... Read More
Jul 14, 2020 | Family Law
Did you know that once you enter into a marriage or de facto relationship, in certain circumstances, you or your spouse could be liable to maintain the other in the event the relationship breaks down? This is known as spousal maintenance. This responsibility to financially assist an ex-partner is set out in the Family Law... Read More
Jun 28, 2020 | Family Law
Collaborative law is a new approach used to resolve legal disputes, particularly in relation to Family Law. Collaborative law has many benefits of cooperation, mutual outcomes and sustained relationships in comparison to traditional approaches of litigation. Collaborative lawyers are qualified lawyers with training and experience in dispute resolution and facilitation processes. This article will outline... Read More
