Strategies for Clearer, Calmer Communication When Responding to a High-Conflict Ex
Separation can bring enormous emotional strain, especially when parenting arrangements require ongoing contact with a former partner. For some, communication remains civil. For others, it can become consistently hostile, with sharp words exchanged via text, email, social media,…
Litigation Guardians, Part 1 – Overview
By Justin Lee, Associate Family Lawyer Litigation Guardians – A Four-Part Series: Overview, Appointment, Costs and Access. Part 1 – Overview To paint a picture, let’s start with a fictional fact scenario. James and his partner, Melanie, separate…
Litigation Guardians, Part 2 – The Steps Required to Appoint a Litigation Guardian
By Justin Lee, Associate Family Lawyer Litigation Guardians – A Four Part Series: Overview, Appointment, Costs and Access. Part 2 – The Steps Required to Appoint a Litigation Guardian Continuing on with our fictional fact scenario presented…
Litigation Guardians, Part 3 – Costs and Expenses
By Justin Lee, Associate Family Lawyer Litigation Guardians – A Four-Part Series: Overview, Appointment, Costs and Access. Part 3 – Costs and Expenses Continuing on with our fictional fact scenario presented in Part 1 – Overview and…
How To Protect Your Child (Or Grandchild’s) Early Inheritance In The Event Of A Relationship Break-Down
The rising cost of living, concerns about inheritance tax, and the challenges facing younger generations have led more and more families to gift inheritances sooner rather than later. Also, with people living longer, there is a growing desire…
What Happens to My Superannuation if We Separate?
Contrary to popular belief, superannuation is not off-limits when your relationship breaks down, and you are dividing your assets. The law treats superannuation as property that can be divided just like any other asset; however, different principles may…
What Happens to My Inheritance if My Relationship Breaks Down?
If you and your partner decide to separate or divorce, you will need to work out how your assets are going to be divided. If you received an inheritance during your relationship, it is important to understand how…
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