One of the most common reasons Financial Agreements are challenged is because one party failed to disclose significant assets, liabilities, trusts, businesses, or other financial interests....
Why do financial agreements end up in Court? Many people enter into Financial Agreements to avoid future disputes. However, agreements that are poorly prepared or executed can still end up being challenged years later....
What does it mean to be a guarantor? A guarantor promises a lender that if the borrower fails to repay a loan or breaches the loan agreement, the guarantor will meet those obligations....
Being asked to guarantee a loan for a family member, friend or your own business can seem like a simple formality. In reality, it is one of the most significant financial commitments you can make. If the borrower cannot meet their obligations, you may become...
Binding Financial Agreements (often referred to as "prenups" or "post-separation agreements") can be an effective way for couples to formalise how assets, liabilities, and financial resources will be dealt with in the future....
Another wonderful testimonial for Nikita Ward, highlighting her professionalism, competence, and keen attention to detail. We’re proud to see the positive difference our Family Law Team continues to make for clients during challenging times. If you need assistance with a family law matter, the Solari and Stock...
Coercive control is a form of family violence involving an ongoing pattern of behaviour used to dominate, intimidate, isolate, frighten or control another person. It is not limited to physical violence. It commonly involves repeated physical or non-physical behaviours which, taken together, restrict a person’s...
We were pleased to see JustFund featured on 7NEWS Australia over the weekend, highlighting an important issue facing many Australian families. Financial pressures can often add to the stress of navigating legal matters, whether following the loss of a loved one or during a family law...
Undue influence occurs when someone pressures, manipulates, or coerces another person into making decisions that don’t reflect their true wishes. It can be subtle — a caregiver hinting they “deserve” to be included in the will — or overt, like isolating the parent from other...
When families revisit their estate planning, one of the most sensitive questions that arises is whether an elderly parent still has the capacity to make decisions freely — and whether anyone around them might be exerting undue influence. These concerns aren’t just legal technicalities; they...