When couples separate, obtaining advice from a specialist family lawyer is so important. The earlier you contact a specialist family lawyer, the sooner you will have a clear understanding of the legal … [Read more...]
Savings For First Home Buyers NSW
The NSW Government will be introducing a range of measures to support first home buyers from 1 July 2017. NSW will scrap stamp duty for first home buyers on existing homes up to $650,000 from July … [Read more...]
Travelling overseas with children during family law proceedings
You would have no doubt seen the recent television coverage of the young children abducted to Lebanon on Channel Nine’s 60 Minutes’ program? This has raised some significant concerns in parents … [Read more...]
What about the children’s wishes?
Many of our client's come to us wondering their child’s wishes are something that would be considered in family law proceedings. The best interests of the child is the paramount consideration when … [Read more...]
Consent Orders or Parenting Plan?
You may have recently separated, and are having discussions with your former partner regarding the ongoing arrangements for your children. If you are able to reach agreement, you will be faced with … [Read more...]
Your Guide to the Property Settlement Process after Separation or Divorce
Thinking of separating or having separated, the obvious question is “what is the property settlement process after separation?” or “how much will I get?” Or ‘what do I do next, do I have to wait for a … [Read more...]
What is the difference between getting “divorced” and effecting a “property settlement”?
We find that people often confuse the process of divorce with the process of separating and adjusting property interests. The two issues are completely separate. You do not have to wait until you … [Read more...]
Wills FAQ
WILLS: YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED* I find that there are many commonly and frequently asked questions relating to wills. Should I have a will? Definitely. A will is a must as it provides you the … [Read more...]
Being an executor is a tough job.
Being an executor is a tough job.* The duties of an executor are many and include the duty to arrange for the proper burial/cremation of the testator. Although this duty is usually assumed by members … [Read more...]
Oral Wills
Oral Wills* Whilst the formal requirements of valid will include the requirement that the will be in writing, the legislation does provide dispensing power in circumstances where the … [Read more...]