Dying intestate, or passing away without a valid Will, determines how your estate is dealt with after you die. Your Will can appoint an appropriate family member, trusted friend or professional to administer your estate (your executor), nominate guardians for…
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Dying Intestate: Why Not Having a Will Can Harm Your Estate
Divorce, De Facto Relationships, and Superannuation Splitting Explained
Once a couple is separated, their superannuation (super) is treated as property under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) and the value of the couples’ super benefits will be taken into account when determining a property settlement. Laws regarding super…
Moving in Together: What It Means for De Facto Relationships
Just because a couple is living together it does not automatically mean they are in a de facto relationship. There are many different factors in determining whether two people are living in a de facto relationship, such as whether they…
Family Law Reform – What You Need to Know
The Australian Parliament has recently passed significant changes as part of the Family Law Reform system aimed at ensuring that the best interests of children are at the centre of all parenting decisions. These amendments aim to foster a more…
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Mediation an ‘emerging profession’
A review of Australia’s National Mediator Accreditation System has highlighted the positive role that the NMAS has played in the mediator community, adding credibility and integrity to its practice across the country. Independent research firm Resolution Resources has delivered its…
How parenting coordination can assist law matter
We need a well-structured system to manage timely intervention when unmanaged parental disputes threaten the safety and wellbeing of children. Parenting coordination is necessary to help improve the co-parenting relationship, writes Anne-Marie Cade. Family lawyers and mental health professionals recognise…
Tax issues to consider in family law as the financial year closes
Division 7A of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 (Cth) (ITAA36) aims to deal with payment of profit from private companies, to ensure that tax is… Full article: https://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=c706d309-4c1f-47d0-8604-b1f95bbc9533
I don’t mind camping but I won’t sleep in my car
Divorce. Motherhood. Care. The gender pay gap. A woman’s super balance can tell the story of her life. Usually it tells the story of inequality. Can it be fixed? Sandra is 76, doesn’t own a property, is a transient house-sitter,…
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