Almost always, insolvency is the reason why a company is wound up. This process is often initiated by a creditor of the insolvent company. However, insolvency is not the only grounds for winding up. The court may also order the winding up of a...
The general rule in relation to costs in family law matters is outlined in section 117(1) of the Family Law Act 1975, which states that each party to a proceeding shall pay their own legal costs. This is the starting point for all applications that...
Many parents wish to help their adult children financially throughout their lifetime, for example by advancing money to fund a deposit to buy their first home. These advances are rarely documented. But what happens to that money if the adult child subsequently separates or...
Have you ever wondered what is involved in meeting with one of our Family Law Solicitors? This should help to demystify the process for you....
Our Family Lawyers focus on what is important to you, and we give you the benefit of our team’s many years of experience representing Family Law clients. We can guide you because we know how to deal with your situation even if you have...
Are you separating? Do you know if you will stay in your family home or will you go? Who has the rights to stay in the home? What are the implications if staying?...
After a marriage or relationship breaks down, the issue of whether to stay in the family home or leave is a hotly contested issue. This is especially emotive when children are involved. ...
Is your spouse a narcissist? Is your spouse a bully? Our infographic shows a list of traits that you may find in a narcissist. ...
Is your spouse a narcissist? Is your spouse a bully? Do they have the following traits:- -Wants to control you and any situation? -Needs to be right? -Always wants to be seen as the good guy? -Is quick to criticise when you don’t meet expectations? -Lacks the ability...
Sometimes, the first you know about your spouse filing a family law application against you is when a process server knocks on your door to serve you with the Court Application. Whilst a natural reaction for you may be to avoid being...