40 items from our lawyers filed under Family.
Christmas and the school holiday period can be one of the busiest times of year for family law matters, particularly when it comes to parenting arrangements. Regular parenting arrangements are often replaced by holiday s…
AI tools like ChatGPT are everywhere, and it’s understandable why so many people turn to them during a separation. Family law issues are stressful, questions often come up outside business hours, and AI can provide insta…
Separation can be an emotional and overwhelming time. The decisions you make in the first few weeks after separating can have lasting financial and legal consequences, particularly when it comes to parenting arrangements…
Separation and divorce can feel like they are heading towards a courtroom battle. In reality, many family law disputes in Australia are resolved through negotiation or mediation without a judge making a final decision. M…
When people think about a property settlement after separation, the family home is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But under Australian family law, the “property pool” is much broader than just real estate. A…
When facing separation or a family law issue, many people delay seeking legal advice in the hope that matters will resolve on their own. While this is understandable, obtaining advice early can often make a significant d…
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 Lawyers.
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.
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.
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.
A parenting plan is a written and signed voluntary agreement between parties. It deals with the care, welfare and development of a child.
Going to court to decide family matters brought about by separation and divorce is a difficult and complex process. Learn more here.
A family law matter is between two people whose relationship has come to an end and need to decide on the division of property.
How you wish your child to be raised after your passing can be detailed in a ‘Statement of Wishes’ that accompanies your will.
Divorce is the official ending of a marriage. The only legal requirement for obtaining a divorce is the “irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.
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.
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…
You have reached an agreement with your former spouse. What do you do now? Finalising your agreement into a legal document is important.
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 ma…
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.
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 …
Superannuation like any other property in which a spouse has an interest is available for distribution between them.
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.
Whether you were married, in a de facto relationship, or were never together, if you have a child with someone and then separate from the other parent, in the eyes of the law you continue to have shared responsibility to…
All’s fair in love and war. Or is it? If you are embroiled in a family law matter such as separation or divorce, you may be tempted to do whatever it takes to get your share of the assets, and for the kids to live with y…
One of the first and most important things to keep in mind if you are getting separated or divorced is that you can- and should- resolve your property and financial matters as soon as possible.
Viewed one way, social media is a wonderful modern-day tool, capable of bringing people together and making the world seem much smaller than it really is.
When a couple decides to separate there are usually a lot of things to attend to at what is a very trying time. Working out where to live, how childcare arrangements will work, and what steps need to be taken to ‘uncoupl…
ON THIS day last year, Rockhampton’s chief steward Luke Collins controlled hisfinalrace meeting, bringing the curtain down on a 10-year career.
The short answer is “sometimes”, provided that it is in the child’s best interests for the name change. It is important to understand that a parent’s wishes are irrelevant when determining what is in the best interests o…
In this video, South Geldard Lawyers, Director, Vicki Jackson explores the complexities involved in circumstances where there is a family law dispute and a working farm property at stake.
Separation from your spouse or partner whom you have been financially dependent upon can be daunting. It may be particularly worrying if you’ve been absent from the workforce for a while and are unsure whether you will b…
Marriage is a huge commitment in life. One of the ways that many couples choose to demonstrate this commitment is by taking the last name of their partner. But in the unfortunate event of a divorce…
The term prenup is often associated with media coverage of newlyweds who are both rich and famous, who want to protect their personal assets in the event that the relationship fails, but do they have any applicability in…
Separation or divorce is an unfortunate but common reality for many people. While we commonly assist people with queries about parenting arrangements (formerly known as “child custody” and “visitation”)…
When it comes to family law in Australia, don’t believe everything you hear or read. It is common place for facts to be misconstrued, either because of misunderstandings or highly emotive reporting of only one side of th…
There is little doubt that separation and everything that follows is an overwhelmingly difficult time for all concerned. Being aware of the road ahead, in particular becoming better-prepared starts before the actual sepa…
Under the Family Law Act (“the Act”), children have the right to know, be cared for by and spend regular time with both parents.
The Court has the power to make a separate order for the maintenance of one of the parties (“spouse maintenance”). The maintenance is either paid on a periodic basis or calculated…
A question we are often asked by clients is whether having assets in a company or a trust protects them when their relationship, or one of the beneficiaries’ relationships, sours.
