What is a "prenup"? A "prenup" is a colloquial American term referring to an agreement entered into by people who are proposing to marry. The aim is to exclude either of them going to the Family Court if they ever separate, "protecting" by stating how in the "good...
Most of our clients, after divorce, wish to leave their assets to their children or new partner, not the ex. This is particularly so if you have been to the Family Court to resolve how to divide up the assets – you don't usually want to give even more of the net...
The Family Court has four areas that it deals with Property settlement; Spousal maintenance; Parenting matters; and Divorce Divorce - it has nothing to do with property settlement. The term ‘divorce’ is often used as a blanket term by people going through a...
It's not called "Custody" There have been a series of changes to the law since the mid-1990s which have led to the modern emphasis being on a child's right to have a meaningful relationship with both their parents. There is no longer an emphasis on the old fashioned...
When you and your partner are considering separation, it is important to make decisions about the parenting arrangements for your children. You need to ensure that any arrangements are in the best interests of the children but also realistic and sensible. As every...
Marriage equality is at the forefront of many Australians minds. There has been debate surrounding whether de facto couples receive the same legal benefits as married couples in Australia. The short answer is, no! The most fundamental right that not all de facto...
Are you separated and you want to relocate your residence with your children? Or has your partner relocated with your children without telling you? Family situations change. It may become necessary for you to move your residence. There are many reasons for this, such...
When a relationship ends, it is important to be smart about how and when financial connections are severed. Although every family’s financial circumstances are unique, you should consider whether anything on the following checklist is relevant and requires action....
In 2008, the law was changed to give people in same-sex relationships the same rights and responsibilities as people in heterosexual relationships. The Family Court has greater powers, including recognising parents of children born through artificial conception...
Since 1 March 2009 de facto couples across Australia have had substantially the same rights and liabilities as married couples in relation to financial and property settlements. Once a relationship becomes a de facto relationship, a Federal Court has the power to...