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Denis Solari (4.1.33 – 7.8.25) and Joan Solari (19.9.33 – 9.8.25) It is with much sadness we advise of the passing of one of the co-founders of Solari & Stock, Denis Solari, and 2 days later his beloved wife of 71 years, Joan Solari. He…

August Edition of the Solari and Stock Client Newsletter Is Here. We’re pleased to share this month’s edition, featuring a selection of insightful articles and related video from our experienced team of solicitors.

Warning: The Court has now formally excluded ‘add-backs’ from family law property settlements. What does that mean for me and my property settlement?

In family law, an “add-back” refers to the process of notionally adding the value of an asset back into the property pool for the purpose of division, where that asset has been spent, transferred, or otherwise dissipated by one party during the relationship or after separation.

What is an Enduring Power of Attorney?

An enduring power of attorney is a legal document that allows a person to appoint an attorney to act on their behalf in relation to their legal and financial affairs, including buying and selling assets such as real estate or shares, and operating bank accounts. The attorney cannot make health and lifestyle decisions for you.

A Co-Ownership Agreement is a legal document between Co-Owners
of a property that sets out the rights and obligations of each person with a share in a property.

A wonderful client review for our team here at Solari and Stock. We’re proud to support our clients with trusted, practical legal advice—right here in the Sutherland Shire.

Have you ever wonderd what counts as a de facto relationship? A de facto relationship is defined under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) as a relationship between two people who are not married to each other but live together on a genuine domestic basis.

Proving a de facto relationship in Australia is essential for various legal purposes, including property settlements, spousal maintenance, and other family law matters. A de facto relationship is defined under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) as a relationship between two people who are not married to each other but live together on a genuine domestic basis.

We’re pleased to share the July edition of the Solari and Stock Client Newsletter with you. To speak with one of our Team contact us today.

If you make a promise to someone, to say that they will receive something of yours when you die, the law might just hold you to it – even if there is no mention of it in your Will. You need to be very careful when you make such promises, and here is why.