Relationship breakdowns can be hurtful, bitter and full of angry recriminations. If that unfortunate behaviour spills over onto any children involved in the split, it can have a damaging effect. When parents simply can’t get along, and express negative feelings about the other, particularly in front of their children, it’s called toxic co-parenting. One of…
There are a lot of people in Australia who are living in the same house as their former partner even though they are separated. This can be a very difficult situation because there can be a lot of emotions involved, especially when it comes to money and legal issues. This is why we thought it…
Many different things may prompt a person to seek advice from a family lawyer before their marriage or relationship ends or even before the separation begins. It is always a good idea to find out as much as you can about family law so that you will be prepared if your relationship ultimately ends. Reasons…
You may ask yourself – what happens to my assets in a de facto relationship in Queensland? DeFacto couples are seen as a legally represented relationship in the eyes of the law, although you don’t have the exact same stipulations as a married couple who separate, you are still in a position whereby assets, including…
Divorce is rarely a simple process, as are many matters of the heart. It also has a lot of ramifications for both parties, mainly in the financial area. Once a couple decides to go ahead with the divorce, there are many things both parties need to do, such as dividing their assets and debts. Before…
When a relationship ends, the process of working out who gets what is known as a property settlement. It is important to note that the family law legislation in Australia has some very specific rules about what can be included in a property settlement and when it will be binding. These are the most important…
Not all marriages end in bliss, which is why some couples opt to file a divorce and end their marriage. While the emotional toll of divorce is heavy, so is the mental and physical toll it takes due to the complicated process of divorce. In the event that you have been served notice of a…
Superannuation is treated as property according to the Family Law Act 1975. This means that if a marriage were to break down, the superannuation could be divided either under an agreement or an order. The superannuation division allows the separating couple to split the payments, although it doesn’t convert the superannuation straight into a cash…
After attempting to work issues out for years, only to grow more resentful of your partner, you’ve concluded that it’s time for a divorce. In marriages where all avenues for reconciliation are exhausted, divorce can be a viable solution to save what’s left. It may be one of the most difficult things you will ever…
Ending a relationship is never easy, whether you’ve been together for what feels like decades down to when it’s relatively new. Many newly singles may also dread the process of separating in a time of emotional turmoil. On the other hand, separating may also be an excellent opportunity to begin again and gain some newfound…