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Finding you’ve been left out of a loved one’s will or received inadequate provision can be devastating. If you’re considering contesting a will in NSW, understanding the critical deadlines and legal requirements is essential to protect your rights. In NSW, you have just 12 months from the date of death

The Australian Family Law System is undergoing some of the most significant reforms in decades. The Family Law Amendment Act 2024 (Cth) has made changes to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (FLA), which come into effect from June 2025. These changes are aimed to make outcomes of the legal

Protect family wealth with expert testamentary trusts and estate planning. Safeguard assets, reduce tax liabilities, and ensure financial security for beneficiaries.

Learn how Australian courts manage parenting arrangements in domestic violence cases. Know legal principles, custody outcome, etc from The Norton Law Group.

It is common for married or de facto couples to own property as joint tenants in equal shares. In Australia, each party has an undivided 50% interest in the whole property. It is important after separation, to consult legal practitioners and come to an agreement about how property and other

The divorce process can be challenging, lengthy, expensive and emotional. When you introduce having to go to Court on top of the formal separation process, this can make the experience even more difficult. Collaborative divorce offers an alternative to the court process, and has many legal and emotional benefits. What

Learn how to get a restraining order for domestic violence in Australia. Our expert Domestic Violence Lawyers guide you through ADVOs, injunctions, and more.

The terms Custody and Parental Responsibility are NOT synonymous. The term custody is outdated and is not used throughout the Family Law Act. Rather, the Act speaks about “parental responsibility” and “live with” and “spend time with” arrangements for the children. This is to ensure that any term associated with

Learn all you need to know regarding parenting responsibilities in family, ensuring the best interests of your children is prioritised first and foremost.