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Mediation tips from North Brisbane Family Lawyers
Mediation Tips from North Brisbane Family Lawyers When family matters become challenging, mediation can be a powerful way to resolve disputes without the stress, cost, and delay of court proceedings. Our North Brisbane family lawyers share these key tips to help you...
What happens if you die without a will?
So, what happens if you die without a will? In Queensland if you die without a will, it means that the deceased has died intestate. It is difficult losing someone. If they die without a will, it can make things seem more complicated. There are rules in Queensland if...
Family Provision Claims: Separated but not divorced!
Family Provision Claims: Separated but not divorced! One way to leave your estate vulnerable to a claim is not getting a divorce. Real Life Example! Let's give you a real life example. Recently, we saw some clients to draw up their wills. They were in a de-facto...
What we tell our family law clients when there has been domestic violence!
If you are a victim of domestic violence,this information is important to know right from the get-go. Also, if you're in a family law situation right now, if you're going through it or you're going through the separation, this information will help you shed a little...
A Guide to the major changes in Family Law for Parenting Matters
Major Changes for Parenting Matters from 6 May 2024 From May 2024, amendments came in relating to the Family Law Act. In summary, the changes in May 2024 to the Family Law Act included the removal of the presumption of shared parental responsibility, simplified the...
Step by Step Guide to Applying for Divorce in Australia
If you are seeking to apply for a divorce, you must follow a legal process. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you understand how to apply for a divorce in Australia. Who Can Grant a Divorce in Australia? Under Part VI of the Family Law Act 1975, the Federal…
What Happens at an Interim Family Law Hearing?
One common question people ask when their matter is in Court is: what happens at an Interim Family Law Hearing? An Interim Hearing is an important court date in family law proceedings in Australia. Since the September 2021 changes, a Senior Judicial Registrar often...
Hannah’s Law: Coercive Control laws Queensland
Queensland's coercive control law "Hannah’s Law" is now in effect across Queensland This means that coercive control is now a standalone offence in Queensland. It marks a major reform in how domestic and family violence is treated under the law. Queensland is the...
Can a Parenting Plan Be Legally Enforced?
Many parents often ask: can a parenting plan be legally enforced in Australia? At our Nundah law firm, we often help clients decide if a parenting plan suits their needs. In this article, our experienced family lawyers explain the legal status of parenting plans in...
How Long Is a Will Valid For in Queensland?
Table of Contents How long is a will valid for? What is a will? What should a will in Queensland include? What happens if I die without a will? Wills and estates help in Nundah, Brisbane Follow us on social media How long is a will valid for? Many people ask us this...