When a couple is going through separation, it is common for them to think about the property to be considered in a financial settlement. One type of asset which is often initially overlooked is the superannuation benefits of each party … Read More
The merger of the Federal Circuit Court and the Family Court is fast approaching, so now is the ideal time to share what this will mean for those in the family law system. What is the Family Court merger? Four … Read More
When a couple separates, it is not uncommon for one of them to initially resist participating in settlement negotiations. It may be because one person is not emotionally ready to face moving on. However, it may be that one of … Read More
‘Who should pay the mortgage when we separate?’ Issues regarding who should pay the mortgage payments on the family home or other properties which form part of the property pool, frequently arise between separating couples. The issue often needs to … Read More
Mistakes to avoid when separating For most people going through a separation, it is their first time, so it is not unusual to have no idea of the process to follow. It can be difficult to know if you are … Read More
Uncertainty relating to how inherited assets will be treated in property settlement proceedings under the Family Law Act is a cause for much anxiety. Emotional attachment to a family farm or a home that has been “in the family” for … Read More
It is becoming increasingly common for single women to turn to IVF to achieve their desire to have a child of their own now assisted reproduction is readily available. Some of these women wish to be able to raise their … Read More
The breakdown of a relationship and changes to families are stressful for parents and children. These experiences are even more acute and distressing when a parent is told that the children will not spend time with them.