Can I Dispute a Will?
March 25, 2019
The death of a loved one is an incredibly traumatic occasion for the whole family. However, this occasion can become even more traumatic if the
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What property and assets [Marital Property] are considered in divorce?
March 12, 2019
The Family Law Act contains a number of provisions to help with the division of assets during divorce proceedings. Asset and property division is a
What are the Rights in De Facto Relationships?
January 23, 2019
Married couples, those in a civil partnership and people living together in what’s known as a ‘de facto’ relationship have certain legal rights. People in
Are Verbal Abuse and Emotional Abuse Domestic Violence?
January 16, 2019
In Australia, domestic violence is defined by the Family Law Act (1975) as “violent, threatening or other behaviour by a person that coerces or controls
How are Assets Divided in a Divorce?
January 7, 2019
The divorce rate in Australia is at its lowest level since 1976, when the Family Law Act was introduced. However, with a current divorce rate
Can You be a Surrogate in Australia?
December 1, 2018
Surrogacy laws vary across Australian states. In this post, we’ll look at surrogacy laws in Queensland, assessing the legalities surrounding the issue. We aim to
How Can I Protect My Assets Before Marriage?
November 20, 2018
No matter how a relationship breaks down, the end of a relationship can be an emotional and difficult experience. However, the strain placed on both
I’ve lost my driver’s licence – can I get a “work licence”?
October 24, 2018
This is a question we hear a lot. The answer is… ‘that depends’. There may be circumstances where you are eligible to apply for: A
How to apply for bail in Queensland
October 5, 2018
If you are charged with an offence often you may be entitled to apply for bail. Bail allows you to be released from custody until
5 key child support concepts and 1 important tip for your day to day parenting
June 26, 2018
If you have separated from your partner and have care of the child/children from that relationship, you will likely be able to apply for financial
6 alternatives to going to court for your family law matter
June 13, 2018
What are the alternatives to going to court? Going to court is a lengthy and costly route to take in family law matters. The process
5 things to consider when a loved one passes away
June 10, 2018
5 things to consider when a Loved One has passed away Introduction Losing a loved one is a difficult time in anyone’s life, regardless of
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