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Clarifying ‘the best interests of the child’

Clarifying the best interests of the child

Section 60CC of the Family Law Act 1975 includes 2 primary factors and 13 additional factors. These are the factors that the Court refers to when considering the ‘best interests of the child’.

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What is a Parenting Plan?

What is a Parenting Plan and when would you use one? Kirstin Attard discusses Parenting Plans and their uses

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Can I Break My Lease?

Can I break my lease?

There are lots of reasons you might want to break your lease. Maybe you’ve bought property. Maybe you’re moving in with your partner. Maybe you’ve found a better deal. Maybe you’re moving to a new suburb for work. Whatever your situation, this is what you should know.

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Why is a written partnership agreement important for business partners?

Why is a written partnership agreement important for business partners?

You might get along with your business partner and never had any disputes. However, a partnership is not a separate legal entity and unlike a company, each partner becomes personally liable for any liabilities the partnership incurs.

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10 Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce

10 frequently asked questions about divorce

Divorce can be a highly emotional experience for everyone involved, especially if there is separation with children too. For many, an understanding of divorce might come from personal experience as a child. But for others, the only contact comes from movies or TV shows.

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Long Weekend Office Closure Hours

King's birthday long weekend

We will be closed on Monday 12th June for the King’s birthday public holiday and will reopen on Tuesday 13th June at 9am.

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Reminder for Strata Managers

Reminder about 2023 starat reports

A reminder for strata managers or strata secretaries who have not yet reported for 2022 to get it done before 30 June 2023. Penalties of up to $5,500 may apply for not completing the first strata report by 30 June 2023.

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Reporting for strata schemes every year

Reporting for strata schemes

A reminder for strata managers or strata secretaries who have not yet reported for 2022 to get it done before 30 June 2023. Penalties of up to $5,500 may apply for not completing the first strata report by 30 June 2023. 

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The Assessment of Assets for Aged Care and Aged Pensions

different assets for aged care and aged pensions

The assessment of the family home is probably the most misunderstood asset with regards to aged care and the age pension. Generally speaking, the former home will be assessed as an asset for Aged care purposes unless occupied by a protected person on the date of permanent entry to care.

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Video-Varying parenting orders

Varying parenting orders

Recently we ran an article on varying parenting orders, in this follow up video Kirstin explains the process of varying parenting order more thoroughly.

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