Can I Get My Marriage Annulled?
What Is An Annulment Of Marriage? In Australia an annulment of marriage is legally referred to as a ‘decree of nullity of marriage’, which is governed by the Family Law Act. A decree of nullity is a finding…
Postnuptial Agreements: What Are They? And Do You Need One?
In recent years postnuptial agreements, known in Australia as a ‘Binding Financial Agreement’ have gained popularity and there are a number reasons a couple may wish to adopt a postnuptial agreement. Why A Couple May Want A Postnuptial…
We’ve Agreed On Our Property Settlement, How Do We Now Make It Legal?
The end of a marriage or de facto relationship is often a stressful and emotionally hard time for people. Reaching an agreement on the division of assets and liabilities between yourselves can help reduce the financial and emotional…
Rules Of Engagement: Who Keeps The Ring If You Separate?
A question all engaged and married couples hope they will never have to ask, however who does keep the engagement ring if you separate? Historically in Australia, the Courts took the view that if the engagement ring was…
Parent’s Guide To Child Support
What is Child Support? Child support is the ongoing legal responsibility of separated parents to provide an appropriate level of financial support for their children to ensure that the child’s needs are met. The Child Support Scheme is governed…
6 Tips To Help You Prepare For Mediation
If you are considering mediation in relation to your parenting or financial matter, you have a great opportunity to resolve your dispute respectively, peacefully and privately; whilst also obtaining an outcome that is tailored to your needs. Mediation…
Am I entitled to spousal maintenance?
Under the Family Law Act, a legal or de facto spouse can claim spouse maintenance after separation. The Family Law Act 1975, states a person has a responsibility to financially assist their spouse or former de facto partner, if…
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