An estate plan involves more than signing a Will and leaving it in a safe place. An effective estate plan requires consideration of several matters and ongoing review to ensure it reflects your testamentary wishes and covers unexpected events. In this article we look...
The breakdown of a relationship, whether by choice or circumstance, can be complex and challenging. In Australia, the Family Law Act 1975 sets out the legal framework for divorce, the division of property and parenting arrangements after a relationship breaks down. An...
The Family Law Amendment Act 2023, effective from May 6, 2024, introduces major updates to Australia’s family law, affecting how the Federal Circuit and Family Court approach parenting matters. This guide outlines what separated or divorcing parents should know about...
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Professional Estate Lawyers on Brisbane’s Northside It is often stated that an Enduring Power of Attorney is one of the most important documents to have when you are alive. A will is a document that comes into effect when you die. However, what happens when you are...
Division of property after short relationship - what a family lawyer has to consider? In a short relationship it is important to understand the emphasis that is placed on direct financial contributions. This is not the only consideration however but is a major one....
Separated, what next? People do not necessarily realise the first steps to take that when they break up from their spouse or partner in terms of how to sort out the property and their parenting matters. “ This can often be one of the most difficult and stressful times...
The division of property after separation can be particularly stressful and difficult territory to navigate. It is important to know your legal rights and find out what you are entitled too. You may need to get some preliminary legal advice in order to know what is...
This blog will explain how non-finanical contributions are dealt with by the Courts when a relationship ends. If you live in north Brisbane or surrounds and are in search of lawyers that practice fmaily law and can assist with property divisions read on to find out...
The will is a most important document because it is the only way of ensuring our wishes can be carried out after we have died. These wishes are about how you want to distribute your property after you die and who you want to manage your estate and the carrying out of...