The distinction between parenting plans and parenting orders is fundamental in Australian family law. The primary issues concern legal enforceability, flexibility, and the process for creation and modification. Parenting Plans 1. Nature and Formalities:A parenting plan is...
A court decision has highlighted an important risk for landlords offering incentives to tenants as part of a lease. In GWC Property Group Pty Ltd v Higginson & Ors [2014] QSC 264, the court found that a landlord could not recover lease incentives it had previously...
For more information on Spousal Support please refer to our article Am I entitled to spousal maintenance from my ex? If you are separating from your spouse and would like to better understand your entitlements to pay or receive spousal maintenance, contact our experienced Family Law team at Solari...
It is often the dynamic in a marriage or de facto relationship that one party takes on the role of the homemaker/parent, whilst their spouse takes on the role of breadwinner by working to earn an income to support the family financially. So, what happens...
When a commercial or retail tenant in New South Wales stops paying rent, the financial and operational impact can be significant. While it is important to respond quickly, it is equally important to follow a careful and legally compliant process. Taking the right steps from...
The New South Wales Court of Appeal decision in Zong v Lin [2022] NSWCA 136 is a clear reminder of why properly drafted shareholders’ agreements are critical—particularly where one party controls the company’s day-to-day operations and finances. The case involved two business partners, Mr Jason Zong...
5 January 2026 marks the 50 year anniversary of the Family Court of Australia. The Family Court of Australia was created in 1976, officially commencing operations on January 5, 1976. The Family Law Act 1975 transformed divorce and family law by introducing no-fault divorce and establishing the...
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Family Law in 2025: A Year of Significant Reform. In 2025, Australia’s family law system continued to undergo extensive reform, building on the significant changes introduced in 2024....
We all need to take into consideration the affect of the ongoing coverage and the toll it may take on those around us, in particular our children. Remember, media both on television and online, is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week...