Constesting A Will
25 Sep Constesting A Will
Contesting a Will is becoming more prevalent; complex family dynamics, relationship breakdowns, and increased wealth, are giving rise to disputes on death....
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Ask a Lawyer: Common FAQs
04 Sep Ask a Lawyer: Common FAQs
If you’ve ever watched a legal drama on television, you might think that you have a pretty good understanding of what lawyers do and how they work. However, the fact is often different to fiction. Here are the answers to some common questions people ask...
What is a Parenting Plan?
03 Jul What is a Parenting Plan?
What is a Parenting Plan and when would you use one? Kirstin Attard discusses Parenting Plans and their uses...
Why is a written partnership agreement important for business partners?
19 Jun 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....
10 Frequently Asked Questions About Divorce
14 Jun 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....
Reporting for strata schemes every year
05 Jun Reporting for strata schemes every year
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. ...
Video-Varying parenting orders
26 May Video-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. ...
Co Parenting Apps available to Separated Parents
22 May Co Parenting Apps available to Separated Parents
Surviving in a co-parenting arrangement during divorce or separation can be challenging. But, there are some great divorce and co-parenting apps out there to manage your parenting arrangements and help to reduce the conflict....
Family Law and the 2023 Federal Budget
17 May Family Law and the 2023 Federal Budget
In the recent budget presentation on May 9, 2023, the government confirmed its commitment to supporting crucial measures aimed at addressing the impact of family violence on women and children, as well as providing assistance to vulnerable parties involved in family law matters. ...
Variation of parenting orders
15 May Variation of parenting orders
The Court may still be reluctant to vary final parenting orders, even if there has been a significant change in circumstances and the threshold test has been met. The Court will first need to consider what is in the best interests of the child and...