Family Law and Divorce

What is Financial Infidelity, how to spot it, what do it about it if you find it, and when legal advice might be the next step.

To ensure a fair and transparent division of assets in any separation, it’s essential to understand both traditional and modern financial considerations.

A 10-point comprehensive checklist tailored for couples in Australia to consider during this time to help keep the process of breaking up as hassle-free as possible.

Definiitions and Key Differences Between ADVOs, AVOs, Exclusion Orders and Prohibition Orders in New South Wales law.

Families often face situations where Parenting Orders issued overseas must be recognised and enforced in Australia. This article explores the conditions under which overseas Parenting Orders can be enforceable in Australia.

Financial abuse is a form of domestic violence that can significantly impact family law matters, including divorce and separation, in Australia. It involves controlling a person’s ability to acquire, use, and maintain financial resources, thereby trapping the victim in a situation of dependency and undermining their autonomy.

Family provision is a legal recourse designed to ensure that adequate provision is made from a deceased person’s estate for the maintenance, education, or advancement in life of eligible individuals. These claims are particularly relevant in cases where a will does not adequately provide for certain family members or dependents, raising questions of fairness and rightful entitlements.

A guide to the most common reasons for challenging a will, covering Capacity, Coercion, Improper Execution and Family Provision and more.

The perception of trusts in Family Law may be on the brink of change following the recent ruling in Woodcock & Woodcock [2021]. The Court was asked to determine whether a beneficiary’s interest in a discretionary trust could be considered an asset included in the joint asset pool of the parties.