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Category: Separation


Farms and family law property settlement

Farms and family law property settlement

There are various factors to consider when dealing with farms in family law property settlement, including how farms are treated, what the farm comprises and its ownership structure, and whether the farm will need to be sold.
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Overseas assets in family law property settlement

Overseas assets in family law property settlement

In today’s globalised world, it is becoming increasingly common for individuals to own property overseas such as real estate, funds in international bank accounts or international shareholdings. So, what happens to overseas assets after separation or divorce?
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What does “best interests of the child” mean in family law?

What does “best interests of the child” mean in family law?

Where parents cannot agree to parenting arrangements outside of Court, they can make an application to the Court to make a decision. The Court is only able to make orders that are in the “best interests of the children”.
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Preparing for separation from your partner

Preparing for separation from your partner

If you’re thinking of separating, there are some steps you can take to prepare for your separation which may help make the process less stressful for you and your partner whilst also protecting your family law interests.
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De Facto Relationships and Property Settlement

De facto rights and entitlements in family law

All you need to know about property settlement and spousal maintenance when separating from a de facto partnership/relationship.
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Effect of marriage, divorce or separation on your Will

What is the effect of marriage, separation or divorce on your Will?

If you have recently divorced or are considering marriage or have re-married, these events can significantly affect your Will, including revocation.
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Are the options to revisit property settlement years later?

Can I claim more assets years after separation or divorce?

Here, we explore the purpose and implications of formally recording your property settlement and the risks that may arise if you do not finalise all financial ties with your ex-partner.
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Applying for court orders to relocate with your children, in the absence of consent from the other parent.

Relocating with children after separation

If you’ve separated and wish to relocate with your children, you will need the consent of the other parent or you will need to seek court orders.
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How to prepare for a conciliation conference in your family law matter

What is a Conciliation Conference in family law matters?

In this blog, we explore Conciliation Conferences as a means to negotiating your family law dispute without going to trial.
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Support services for children involved in family law

Support services available for children after separation

There is a wide variety of publicly funded and private services available that can help your children during and following separation from your former partner.
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Courses, programs and support services for parenting after separation.

Support services available for parents after separation

There is a wide variety of publicly funded and privately available courses, programs and resources that can help you as a parent, and your children, following separation.
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