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Family Law Property Settlements – Debunking the Myth of the 50/50 Split
Following the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship, separated parties must consider how to divide joint property. It is crucial to understand each party’s ability to claim entitlements in a family law property settlement and the assets they are likely to...
Family Law – What Happens to Superannuation Upon Separation?
When couples separate, a property settlement is one way of determining who owns what assets. This can be straightforward when the assets are clearly defined – such as a house, car, or income. However, assets like superannuation are less clear and need to be carefully...
Property Settlement in Family Law – How Important are Contributions?
When a married or de facto couple separate or divorce, a significant part of that process is the separation of assets and liabilities – known in the family law world as “property settlement”. Property settlement in family law...
Family Law and Breakdown of De Facto Relationships
Like the breakdown of a marriage, the breakdown of a de facto relationship may require court involvement to settle financial and/or parenting disputes. This is a prominent concern considering how 14.3% of the Australian population were registered as being in a de...
Changes to the Family Law Act 1975 in May 2024 (Cth)
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...
Helping First Home Buyers: Changes to the First Home Guarantee Scheme
On 1 October 2025, the Federal Government expanded the First Home Guarantee Scheme (‘Scheme’) to help first home buyers access the ever-increasing Australian property market. What is the First Home Guarantee Scheme? The Scheme, which was first introduced in 2020,...
Making a claim under the Home Building Compensation Fund
What is Home Building Compensation? Home Building Compensation (‘HBC) cover (formerly known as Home Warranty Insurance) is a mandatory insurance scheme for builders and contractors. HBC cover protects homeowners from incomplete or defective building work in the event...
What happens if you die without a Will?
When a person dies without a valid Will, they are considered to have died intestate. Dying intestate means a person has died without a Will or has left a Will that does not properly dispose of their property. In NSW, intestacy laws will determine who administers the...