Most people know someone who has been affected by a family breakup. It is usually a very stressful and emotional time when people are anxious about the divorce, the property settlement and the emotional wellbeing and care arrangements for children….
Financial Agreements as an Estate Planning Tool
A Financial Agreement can be an effective tool for couples in managing their estate planning. Financial Agreements allow couples to pre-determine what they quantify as a fair distribution of their finances and assets, in the event of a relationship breakdown,…
Can I change the locks after my partner and I separate?
Separation is often a challenging and emotionally charged time in a person’s life, usually accompanied by significant decisions regarding living arrangements. One common question that arises during this period is whether it is legally permissible to change the locks on…
Making Your Will Count – Healthy Will Checklist
It is important for everyone over 18 to have a Will to make sure their wishes are followed and their assets are distributed as they would want after they die. When a person dies without a Will, it is referred…
Family Law Property Settlements – Is a 50/50 split the starting point?
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…