Choosing to represent yourself in court is a big decision that you should think carefully about. Here are some of the things to consider when deciding if it’s right for you....
We have noticed ABC News reported an increase in email scams last weekend. Please be alert and aware whilst online and do not share your details online. ...
Court can be a very intense and stressful experience, here are some tips to help you stay calm under pressure. ...
Going to court can be a very intense experience. The process is long, expensive, and it usually means you’ll have to cover difficult subject matter that can trigger strong emotional responses....
In the recent Family Court of Australia Decision in Baskin & Baskin [2020] FamCA 401 The wife sought that she be substituted as a party for her late husband and that her Amended Initiating Application be dismissed....
There are some cases in family law proceedings where the two areas of law (estate law and family law) converge. The effect a death can have on a Family Law property division can be quite significant....
Legalese can sometimes feel like a different language. The law is complex, which means lawyers use specific and highly technical language to talk about different aspects of law and legal procedures....
The court system operates in a hierarchy. Lower courts hear smaller matters and higher courts hear bigger matters. There are three main courts in NSW, as well as a number of tribunals and federal courts. Here’s a quick guide to the main differences you should...
For those of us whose “family” includes a furry friend, they can often be forgotten when we discuss our own mortality. However, unlike humans, pets cannot directly inherit any assets. Under Australian domestic law, they are considered to be property and can therefore be given...
What is Legal Professional Privilege? All communications between a client and their lawyer will remain confidential and are protected by Legal Professional Privilege (“LPP”). LPP applies where the central purpose of the communication is the giving or receiving…...