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How do I work out what is best for my children now that we have separated?
The answer to this question will largely depend upon the client’s and the children’s individual circumstances. We advise clients that it is much better if Parents can decide between themselves about what is best for their children, moving forward, without the need to revert to court proceedings.

The Family Court and the Federal Circuit Court have responded exceptionally well to the COVID-19 situation. They have been innovative in their response to the changing situation.
The Courts, who were used to running their Hearings in a face-to-face manner had to adapt quickly to overhaul their operations and introduce a system of running their Hearings that were safe to their court staff, the legal profession and the public.

How can I protect my personal assets in the event of business failure in these difficult times?
The severe economic impact caused by the Coronavirus and consequent shutdowns of parts of the economy at very short notice has resulted in many businesses suffering financially or having to close permanently. This has highlighted the need for business operators to focus on their asset protection strategies.

It is common for directors of companies to be required to provide a director’s or personal guarantee to guarantee the performance of a company’s obligations under contracts entered into by the company.
In the absence of a personal guarantee, a director of a company is only personally liable for debts of the company and claims against the company where the director is in breach of theirs duties as a director.

With about 1 in 3 Australian marriages ending in divorce almost everyone knows someone who has been involved in the breakdown of a marriage or a de facto relationship. Not surprisingly this often results in rumours about what each party is entitled to receive.

Many families have found the global pandemic as particularly stressful. Both parents and children are very anxious about the situation at this time. Parents are facing the stress of money and health worries in the pandemic, as well as the normal stresses and pressures that arise from raising children generally. The Family Law Section have prepared a list of “The Top Ten Guide for Separated Parents During Covid 19” and we thought we would like to share a summary of their list with you

Under the Family Law Act, a de facto relationship is when two people are not legally married or related by family and have a relationship as a couple living together on a genuine domestic basis. However, in applying this law, the Court has found that you could be in a de facto relationship even if you don’t share a home together all of the time and even if you have not lived together for two years.

We have decided to separate. I want to sort out a property division as soon as possible. Do I have to be divorced first? The simple answer is ‘no’. This is a common misconception amongst the public. Divorce is granted on the basis of the…

Be aware of the time limitations that apply Did you know, in the Australian Family Law system, legislation is set up to provide time frames for couples to bring an application to the Courts to finalise property matters with your former spouse or de-facto partner?…

Having children is no doubt one of the greatest gifts in our lives. When they are born, you expect to always be there for them and to care for them. Unfortunately, when relationships come to an end, sharing the care of your children with your…