It is important for everyone over 18 to have a Will to make sure their wishes are followed and their assets are distributed as they would want after they die. If you don’t have a Will your assets will be divided according to how the law dictates in the rules of intestacy, that is, […]
What is meant by separation? Separation in Family Law is defined as the bringing to an end of a marriage or de facto relationship (which also includes same sex couples). There is no need or ability to register a separation under Australian Family Law. Separation is a fact which must be proven if it […]
Across the country, thousands of homes have backyard swimming pools. With drowning being a leading cause of preventable death in young children, swimming pool safety is an important issue for the community. New compliance laws came into effect in NSW in April 2016, requiring that any property with a swimming pool now needs a certificate […]
What will happen with the kids? How can I minimise conflict with my ex? Do we have to move out of our home? You may be thinking about separation and divorce, but want to protect your kids from the effects of divorce. Family breakdown is never easy, however it does not need to be a […]
How can Dad stay involved in the kids lives? Negotiating an arrangement that works for your family What if there’s conflict or violence? Unfortunately, many marriages and relationships don’t work out. However when separating or divorcing, it’s important to achieve an amicable agreement about how to co-parent your children. When reaching agreement, the focus should […]
Agree school holiday arrangements early to minimise conflict Sadly, many marriages and relationships don’t work out. This can be even more difficult when there are children involved. When making arrangements for your children during separation and divorce, the focus must be on what is best for them. In Australia, both parents are encouraged to take […]
Unless you’ve been living interstate or overseas lately, you can’t miss the media hype about the Sydney property boom. With low interest rates and increasing foreign investors, the Sydney property market is booming. You may be thinking of selling your home or investment property whilst the market is high. Before you do anything, you need […]
Have you or your children just finished HSC or uni exams? Heading off on a holiday or taking a gap year? If you’re planning your holiday or gap-year, then together with getting your passport, itinerary and travel insurance arranged, you need to think about setting up your power of attorney documents. A power of attorney […]
Plan parenting arrangements early Focus on what’s best for the kids Keep each other informed Amid all the Christmas parties, buying and wrapping presents, and preparing Christmas lunch or dinner, many families have the additional stress of trying to figure out where the children are going to be and for how long. The key to […]
What happens if I become ill and need assisted care? What happens if there is a divorce or remarriage? How will the loan or gift affect my Centrelink benefits? With Sydney’s increasing house prices and an ageing population of baby boomers, it has become increasingly common for older parents to sell their home and build […]