When it comes to family law, mediation can be a great way to settle disputes between spouses or parents and children. Mediation is a process where a neutral third party, called a mediator, helps the parties involved come to an agreement. The mediator does not make decisions for the parties but instead allows them to…
Domestic and family violence is a reference to any form of abuse within a family or domestic setting. This can include physical, emotional, sexual, financial, or psychological abuse. Domestic and family violence is typically hidden from view, occurring behind closed doors. Victims often go to great lengths to conceal their abuse because they are ashamed…
If you believe that you were not adequately provided for in a Will, you may be able to contest the Will. This is a legal process whereby you can challenge the validity of the Will. There are a few primary ways to contest a Will in Australia. The first is to prove that the Will…
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…
Dealing with misbehaving or underperforming employees as an employer is difficult and laden with legal and financial risks. Being fired unfairly can be upsetting and damaging to your reputation and financial stability as an employee. An awareness of the complexities of employment or family law, compliance with key industrial and employment legislation, and how each…
What is conveyancing? It simply means transferring ownership and rights of a property to another individual, usually from a seller to a buyer, through lawful means. However, when talking about residential and commercial conveyancing, conveyancing may lead to different things. This is due to the nature of the property itself, where a residential property revolves…
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…
While it is possible to create your own estate plan, you should not try to do it without the guidance of an experienced estate planning lawyer. The legal and financial implications of an estate plan can be complex and may have lasting effects on the lives of your loved ones. The best estate plans don’t…
