The role of the family lawyer and practical tips
The role of the family lawyer When there is a relationship breakup issues inevitably arise around the care of children, division of...
The Basics: Separation and dissolution of marriage
When a husband and wife live apart this is their separation date which can be important for property division purposes. A couple could be...
The Basics: Relationship property division
Division of property Your relationship property is usually divided on a 50:50 basis after a marriage or committed relationship that lasts...
The Basics: Division of trust property
In some families property is held in a Trust. When a relationship breaks up the issue is then how the entitlements of the partners should...
The Basics: Pre-nuptial agreements
The Property (Relationships) Act 1976 applies to division of relationship property, unless the partners have agreed otherwise. Such an...
The Basics: Spousal maintenance
The need for spousal maintenance often arises alongside division of property and arrangements for the children. A classic situation is a...
The Basics: De facto relationships
Couples who live together and are not married live in what is called a de facto relationship. Sometimes it is difficult to decide whether...
The Basics: Care of children
When parents live apart it is usually best for children to continue their relationship with both their parents. Issues that typically...
The Basics: Child support
Both parents have a continuing obligation to financially support their children even though the parents and their children will no longer...
The Basics: Division of property on death
When one partner dies, the survivor still has an entitlement to division of relationship property. The surviving partner needs to either...
