Family
Top Ten Tips if You Are Separating
The top ten queries clients often ask. However, each client has individual circumstances which should be addressed in a fixed fee appointment with one of our Family Law Lawyers.
A List of Dos and Don’ts of Family Law
In this blog, we list down the dos & don’ts of family law. Seek Family Law legal advice if you are contemplating separating or have separated.
The lawyer’s role in your family law matter
It goes without saying that in life and legal practice, no other event or area of law involves as much sensitivity and trauma as family law.
Are vaccinations in the best interests of the children?
The modern day “water-cooler” talk seems to be who has been vaccinated, who has not, why not, when are they getting vaccinated and what version are you getting.
The Difference Between Parenting Plans and Consent Orders
A parenting plan is a written and signed voluntary agreement between parties. It deals with the care, welfare and development of a child.
Family Reports in Parenting Matters
Going to court to decide family matters brought about by separation and divorce is a difficult and complex process. Learn more here.
What You Need to Know About Third Parties and Family Law Matters
A family law matter is between two people whose relationship has come to an end and need to decide on the division of property.
Statement of Wishes in Terms of How Children are Raised
How you wish your child to be raised after your passing can be detailed in a ‘Statement of Wishes’ that accompanies your will.
What is a Consent Order?
In this video, Accredited Family Law Specialist and South Geldard Lawyers Special Counsel, Clare McCormack explains what is a Consent Order in the context of Family Law.
Divorce. Don’t leave it until the last minute!
Divorce is the official ending of a marriage. The only legal requirement for obtaining a divorce is the “irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.
A Family Law Guide for separated parents for surviving Christmas
Most parents will have an arrangement in place for spending time with their children, whether it be on a week-to week or an alternating basis.
Assessing Contributions in a Property Settlement
It is common during a marriage or de facto relationship that the husband, wife or partner made a greater financial contribution through their initial contributions to the marriage or relationship, during the marriage and even following separation.
Formalising Your Property Agreement
You have reached an agreement with your former spouse. What do you do now? Finalising your agreement into a legal document is important.
What is a Family Provision Claim?
A Family Provision Claim (FPA) refers to a claim which a person can make against a deceased estate if they have been left out of a will or have not received sufficient for what is described by the law as their “proper maintenance and support”.
Valuing Property in Family Law matters
You may have just separated from your partner or have been separated for some time. A division of property remains to be resolved between you.
Do I have to Leave our House when we Separate?
Usually on the breakdown of a relationship, one party moves out of the matrimonial home, leaving the other party to continue to reside in the property. But what happens if neither party wants to leave or one party wants to ‘evict’ the other?
What Happens to Super on a Divorce or Separation?
Superannuation like any other property in which a spouse has an interest is available for distribution between them.
Are You Separated or Thinking About Separating?
While separation may be a difficult and emotional time, which may create uncertainty for you, your children and your partner, some necessary practicalities are involved.
Family Law Alert – COVID-19
We are certainly in extraordinary times, however South Geldard Lawyers aims to provide legal services to our valued clients to the extent that we are able. Our office remains open for business.