How is an inheritance received after separation treated in your property settlement?
There is a common misconception that an inheritance received after separation will not be taken into account in your property settlement. The Courts are required to consider all aspects...
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The bank of Mum and Dad
Transcript Warwick Gilbertson: Are you the local branch of the bank of Mum and Dad? I’m Warwick Gilbertson. I’m one of the solicitors with Turnbull Hill Lawyers. Today I...
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Who gets the pets after a break up?
When you separate from you partner it can be difficult enough to agree on who keeps the fridge, TV and grandfather clock, let alone who gets to retain the...
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Is it a gift or a loan?
Transcript Is the money you received from family members treated as a gift or a loan in your property settlement? Hi, my name is Claire Aumuller. I’m a family...
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How are my contributions assessed in a family law property settlement?
It is not uncommon during a marriage or a de facto relationship (marriage) that the husband or wife makes a greater financial contribution through their initial contributions to the...
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Role of an Independent Children’s Lawyer in Family Law Proceedings
If you are currently involved in proceedings before the Family Court of Australia, you may have already had or are about to have an Independent Children’s Lawyer (referred to...
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Surviving the upcoming school holidays as separated parents
Most separated parents will have a parenting arrangement in place week-to-week, whether it be on a week about basis or an alternating basis. These arrangements can become difficult during...
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Stats on Same Sex Marriage in 2018*
The Australian Bureau of Statistics released a report titled ‘Same-Sex Marriage in Australia – a 2018 Snapshot.’ The report found that 3,149 same-sex weddings have been held in Australia...
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My ex put all our money into Bitcoin, now what?
An initial and essential step in all property settlement matters is identifying and valuing the assets and liabilities of the relationship. This includes the “regular” things like home and...
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Can you travel overseas with your children while proceedings are on foot in the Family Court?
The Christmas holidays are often an opportunity for people to spend time away with families and friends. If you are a parent with a pending family law matter in...
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