The Family Law Act defines superannuation as ‘property’ which is capable of being divided between the parties of a marriage or a de facto relationship. However, superannuation is treated differently to other assets. There are specific laws which regulate superannuation, including the process of...
There has been a nationwide effort to criminalise coercive control since the tragic murder of Hannah Clarke and her three children Laianah, 6, Aaliyah, 4, & Trey, 3, at the hands of her estranged husband Rowan Baxter, in Queensland on 19 February 2020 when he...
In some parenting matters, an Independent Children’s Lawyer (“ICL”) will be appointed by the court to represent a child’s best interests. The role of the ICL is set out in the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth). However, they must ensure that any views of...
The decision to move out of the family home when separating from your partner is a significant one. Often client's come to us for Family Law advice after the have already left the family home. ...
The make-up of the modern household is quite different to what it used to be. As a result, the definition of relationships has also changed in the eyes of the law. Today, de facto couples (same sex and heterosexual) are entitled to almost the same...
Solari and Stock are closing for the Christmas and New Year period. We will close from 1pm 23rd December and will reopen 9am 10th January. ...
Tips to remember heading into Christmas, school holidays and the New Year period when you are coparenting....
‘Silly Season’, we need to seriously think about taking care of ourselves and our children at Christmas! ...
Under what circumstances would a Binding Financial Agreement be set aside? ...
A Binding Financial Agreement (“BFA”), commonly known as a ‘prenup’, is an agreement entered into by parties to a relationship. A BFA sets out how the parties’ financial affairs and property will be dealt with in the event their relationship breakdowns. It is important to...