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What is the effect of marriage, separation or divorce on your Will?
If you have recently divorced or are considering marriage or have re-married, these events can significantly affect your Will, including revocation.
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Basic guide to family law court hearings
We outline the main types of court hearings; from the first return hearing to the directions hearings, interim defended hearings and final hearings, if your matter proceeds to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
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What is undue influence towards a Will-maker?
If you have suspicions that a vulnerable or elderly family member has been unduly influenced in drafting or changing their Will, you may wish to challenge the Will’s validity on this basis.
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Differences between a Binding Child Support Agreement and a Limited Child Support Agreement
When parents separate, one parent may be liable to pay child support to the other party. There are two types of child support agreement; binding and limited. This blog explores the differences between the two.
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Parenting coordination in family law matters
Parenting coordination is a collaborative dispute resolution process in which parents engage the assistance of a ‘parenting coordinator’ to assist them in resolving the day-to-day issues that can arise when co-parenting.
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Parental alienation and family law
While many children with separated parents maintain good and positive relationships with both parents, some can become resistant or estranged from one parent. In extreme cases, this can be referred to as ‘parental alienation’.
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How does inheritance effect my property settlement?
This article explores the various ways inheritance may be treated in property settlement negotiations, given that family law courts have significant discretion in the area.
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Are the views of the child considered in family law?
Generally, the views of the child can be considered in family law matters under certain circumstances. This blog explores in when and how they are given consideration.
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What is parental responsibility?
In family law, parental responsibility means all the duties, powers, and responsibilities parents have in relation to their children. This blog explores the key differences between ‘equal shared parental responsibility' and ‘sole parental responsibility’.
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Can I claim more assets years after separation or divorce?
Here, we explore the purpose and implications of formally recording your property settlement and the risks that may arise if you do not finalise all financial ties with your ex-partner.
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Estate planning for blended families
Wills for blended families take into consideration scenarios where you’ve separated and subsequently re-partnered, and you have children from a previous relationship and/or children/stepchildren with your current partner.
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Who can see a person’s Will in Victoria?
In this article, we look at who is entitled to see a Will of a deceased person, how they access that Will and their legal recourse if access to the Will is being obstructed.
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