Most of the time, parties often wait until they encounter a family law dispute before seeking legal advice. This is often because the emotional turmoil and emotional investment cause them to believe it is not worth the agony to seek legal representation. This can be a very costly oversight in most circumstances. Even if you…
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…
Property settlement entails dividing both parties’ property. In regards to family law, this process is commonly used by which a married or de facto couple divides their assets and liabilities. And because each relationship is unique, it is critical to seek expert advice. Read on as we discuss these property settlement facts you need to…
You’re finally done with all of the home inspections, location visits, and checklists. Now, you have found your dream home. It comes with just the right size of backyard and a porch that wraps perfectly around the front of the home. The house is not too far from the city and, best of all, it’s…
Regardless of your separation or divorce circumstances, you can save yourself time, money, and emotional energy during the property settlement process with proper preparation. Here are some tips on how to prepare for a property settlement. 1. Going In Too Low Many people enter a property settlement negotiation with unrealistic expectations. You need to be…
What Is Duty of Disclosure The duty of disclosure is a legal obligation that is created between you and your spouse in a family law case. As the name implies, the duty of disclosure requires you to disclose your assets to one another and to the court. This obligation is supposed to create a fair…
When facing a divorce one of the biggest aspects to factor in, is the family home which normally usually faces the most complicated settlement. Whether a couple decides to maintain or sell their home, their living situation will change. The decision to sell the marital home brings with it additional challenges. If both names appear…
Domestic violence against men is becoming far less taboo, a spotlight is shining on the occurrence and recent studies have shown it’s far more common and unreported than initially thought. Although it may seem that most men are not at physical risk, this is a misconception, serious domestic violence against men is more common than…
Disputing a will typically means questioning either its legal validity or the adequacy of the provisions left to an eligible individual, such as a husband, wife, de facto partner or child. When validity is contested, the claim may allege that the will was falsified, created under coercion or executed when the deceased lacked the necessary…
Regardless of whether you are buying or selling a business, there are a lot of legal hurdles that you need to pass through, making the process quite complex. That is why you need to get the right legal advice from the beginning to the end of the negotiations. It is essential that you have a…