Family Law Blog

Top 7 Steps to Help Deal with Finances During Divorce

There are many important things you need to organise when going through separation and divorce. One that may not be a priority, however, is crucial to your current and future financial wellbeing: your finances. The following article outlines…

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Child Visitation Problems – Making Them Go

Having child visitation problems is an unfortunate experience that most divorced parents face, even with an amicable divorce. Children at some point in time will resent the visitation schedule and refuse to go see the other parent. This,…

9 Things To Consider Before Telling Your Kids About The Divorce

Speaking to children about separation and divorce can be a tricky conversation and one you and your soon-to-be ex-partner want to get right. The following article, by Armin Brott, highlights specific points you should think about prior to…

Money Mistakes That Ruin Marriage

It’s no surprise that different financial views in a relationship can cause friction between partners. The following article by finance expert David Koch (News Corp Australia) highlights key financial discussions every couple should have sooner rather than later. Money…

De Facto: Should We Register Our De Facto Relationship?

Registering A De Facto Relationship Registration is not required in order for a de facto relationship to be recognised. The advantage of a registered relationship is that it dispenses with proof of the relationship’s existence. De facto relationships…

What Happens To My Finances If I Split Up With My De Facto?

If you’ve recently split from your partner or are simply wondering what might happen if you do, you’ll need to keep your financial wits about you, as a division of assets and debts, whether they’re held separately or…

Co-Parenting Tips for Divorced Parents

Co-parenting after a split is rarely easy, especially if you have a contentious relationship with your ex-partner. You may be concerned about your ex’s parenting abilities, stressed about child support or other financial issues, feel worn down by…