Separating couples involved in a family law property settlement are often under emotional and financial pressure. When one or both parties are involved in a business, this can add additional stress and complexity to the division of property. A business…

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…

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…

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…

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Family law can be very complex and it’s important that you have the right information before beginning any legal proceedings. There is a lot that needs to be considered in family law cases and it’s always wise to seek out…

Women will have a much greater chance at getting their rightful share of a partner’s superannuation when new measures are implemented from April. A coalition of super funds, law firms and legal services have put together a document called Simpler…

A relationship breakdown can be an extremely stressful and emotional time for all parties involved. A pet is often referred to as a member of the family and for many people, the bond they share with their pets can be…