Aside from the typical real properties held in individual names, interests held in corporations, in partnership, business interests, superannuation, and trusts may all be included when dealing with property settlements...
There is an increasing trend toward creating a discretionary family trust for the purpose of asset protection and tax minimisation. In light of this, it is important to understand how...
For many people, the fear of not being able to survive financially prevents them from taking that final step to separate. For others, separation occurs out of the blue, and...
In determining a client's entitlement to a property settlement on the breakdown of a relationship, family lawyers are of course, required to consider not only the assets of the parties,...
After a period of delay, the Australian Law Reform Commission report concerning the Family Law System has now been publicly released. It makes 60 separate recommendations concerning family law reform,...
Given the rise of pet ownership in Australia, and their cherished and beloved position in family life, there are surprisingly few recent cases that delve into pet ownership following the...
Recent reports on the wealth that MacKenzie Bezos may walk away with following her divorce from Amazon founder, Jeff Bezos, may leave you wondering how property settlements in Australia are...
Relationship separations that occur overseas can place a large amount of pressure on expatriate couples, especially if one person has relocated internationally to support their spouse.
Almost one year has passed since Australia voted “yes!” and saw the historic passing of the marriage equality laws on 9 December 2017. The long-awaited amendments to the Marriage Act...
The interaction of family law and wills and estates law after a person’s death can have significant consequences on the alteration of property between married and de facto couples. The...
The legislation governing the Australian family law system has not been comprehensively reviewed since its commencement in the 1970's. Now an expansive review of the legislation has been commissioned by...
If you own a business and your marriage or de facto relationship has broken down, a business valuation will be a key component in negotiating a property settlement with your...
Client portal
