Adoption in Queensland
May 31, 2017
The formal adoption of a child in Queensland is governed by the Adoption Act 2009 which came into force on 1 February 2010. The effect
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Property Settlement Agreements: 5 tips to minimise your costs and save time when you have reached an amicable agreement
April 28, 2017
When you reach agreement about how your property will be distributed after separation it is essential to document the agreement in a formal way.
Financial Agreements: Why are “pre-nups” so expensive?
March 31, 2017
Entering in to a Financial Agreement either before or during your marriage or defacto relationship allows you to formalise the arrangements which would be
Life events that may impact your Will
March 14, 2017
We lawyers always impress upon people the importance of planning for the best but preparing for the worst. You’ve listened to the advice – done
Bail Application
February 27, 2017
In Queensland a person charged with an offence there is in most cases a presumption that a person should be release on Bail pending their
5 tips for starting your family law journey
January 23, 2017
Whether you have been separated for some time or only very recently, deciding to engage a lawyer to start your family law journey can be
Just what is “Probate”?
January 20, 2017
Dealing with the death of a loved one is a difficult process, and can become more complicated as you finalise their affairs. Often when you
Traffic
December 18, 2016
I’ve lost my driver’s licence – can I get a “work licence”? This is a question we hear a lot. The answer is… ‘that
DV connect
December 18, 2016
Stronger Laws to Combat Domestic Violence No doubt Australian of the Year Rosie Batty’s high-profile campaigning for action on domestic violence has had a big
Children’s Views in Family Law
December 18, 2016
Questions we are commonly asked as a family lawyer include “how will my child’s views be taken into account” and “at what age can my
Family Provision Claims
December 18, 2016
Family Provisions in Big Money Estates Many people have a mistaken understanding of how a Will works and may have the belief that they can
Goals: Have you set any lately?
December 18, 2016
The importance of setting goals in life and in law. Holidays are always a time for reflection and inspiration. In my recent “week off” I
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