Following the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship, it is common for separated parties to be unsure and therefore anxious about their entitlements in a property settlement and the assets they are likely to retain. This is only…
What’s the difference between Parenting Plans and Parenting Orders?
A parenting plan is an informal written parenting agreement that includes parenting and care arrangements for children but has not been formally approved by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA). Parenting orders (or consent orders) are written parenting…
John Quinn is a fellow of the International Academy of Family Lawyers
The International Academy of Family Lawyers is a worldwide Association of practising lawyers who are recognised by their peers as the most experienced and skilled family law specialists in their respective countries. John recently attended an International Academy of Family…
Kevin O’Kane brings Succession Act experience
If you believe a will or an estate in New South Wales is unfair, is wrong or is suspect, do be sure read our latest FAQ on the subject of the Family Provisions Act. Kevin O’Kane can assist you as he…
Landmark cases continue to have impact
Some of the landmark cases in which John R Quinn has acted continue to have an impact on the law. Cases such as Gronow v Gronow and Kowaliw v Kowaliw continue to be cited as precedents, have been set in the curriculum…
John R Quinn quoted in the AFR magazine
John has been consulted for his expert experience in the AFR Magazine article “Spoils of War” on the subject of pre-nuptial agreements. Admitting that he has “seen it all” he provides an example of one of the ways in which…
Wikipedia articles about two of John Quinn’s landmark cases
Two of the cases John R Quinn has acted in are found on Wikipedia: Gronow v Gronow (1979) Kowaliw and Kowaliw (1981)