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Who Keeps the Ring? Breakdown of Engagement
When an engagement breaks down, questions often arise about each partner’s entitlement to property and how it should be divided. The engagement ring, in particular, can be a source of dispute due to its sentimental and financial value. There is no single rule for...
Understanding AVOs – Apprehended Violence Orders
What is an Apprehended Violence Order? An ‘AVO’ refers to an ‘Apprehended Violence Order’, issued by a court against a person who has made another person feel fearful of assault, harassment, violence or intimidation. There are two types of Apprehended Violence Orders:...
Spousal Maintenance: What You Need to Know
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 and, in most cases, is only payable where one partner...
Case Study: When Binding Financial Agreements Aren’t Enforceable
What are Financial Agreements? A Financial Agreement is a contract which sets out the division of property and spousal maintenance matters in the event of the breakdown of a relationship. Financial Agreements are legally binding and can be enforced by the Federal...
Social Media and Family Law: Can I Post About My Family Law Proceedings?
Whether it’s organising parental arrangements between separating parties, or allowing parents and kids to stay connected, social media is undoubtedly a more efficient way of connecting than ever before. However, it is important to remember that social media must be...
Defining De Facto Relationships in Australia
A person is in a “de facto relationship” if they are not married or related to each other, and having regard to all the circumstances of their relationship, they have a relationship as a couple living together on a genuine domestic basis. Does a De Facto Relationship...
Legal Consequences of a Partner Separation
The Legal Implications of Partner Separation When a relationship breaks down, there are significant legal implications to consider. The legal consequences of a partner separation differ from divorce to de facto relationships, and are impacted by your living...
Prenuptial Agreements – What You Need to Know
It has become common for couples to enter into Financial Agreements (or Prenuptial Agreements) as a way to protect their assets and finances in the event of a separation. The idea of talking about the end of your marriage before it has even begun can be rather...