When can my child decide where they want to live?
A question frequently asked by parents during separation is when can my child decide where they wants to live? The Family Law Act defines a child to be a...
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Lump sum contributions in property settlements
It is often the case that in a marriage (or in a defacto relationship) one person makes a significant financial contribution by bringing substantial assets into the relationship or...
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Paternity Disputes in the Family Court
While it is very rare that there is a dispute about who the mother of a child is, situations do commonly arise before the Family Court concerning the paternity...
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Can I change my child’s surname after separation?
The naming your child is a fundamental right that has been recognised by the United Nations. The Declaration of the Rights of the Child states that a: ‘child shall...
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Don’t leave it till the last minute. Divorce before you remarry…it’s the law
You may be surprised by the number of people who set a date for their wedding and then suddenly remember that they need to get divorced from their spouse....
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Doing a deal with your ex-spouse has just been made a whole lot more taxing
On 30 July 2014, Taxation Ruling 2014/5 came into effect. This ruling has important tax implications for the shareholders of private companies who receive a payment of money or...
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The Effect of Relationships on Asset Retention
We all have close relationships with others. It is part of our humanity. Our parents, children, ourselves will marry, divorce, live with, separate, spend time with, people who are...
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Property Settlements: Value of Assets & Debts – What is the relevant date?
The first step in a property settlement (marriage or de facto) is to compile an accurate list of the assets and debts, including values. Sometimes people have been separated...
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How does the possibility of a future inheritance affect a property settlement?
There is no absolute rule; it will depend on the circumstances. The issue has been the subject of a number of applications for property settlement over the years and...
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Court Proceedings for Parenting Orders and the Need for Family Dispute Resolution
When a couple with children separates, they need to put in place an arrangement for their children’s ongoing care. Arrangements can be by a separation agreement or pursuant to...
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