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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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Can I serve my family law documents by social media?
In this article, we explore whether the service of family law documents through social media is allowed by the Courts and if so, under what circumstances.
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Disclosure in family law matters
Disclosure is a term used in family law proceedings that basically means providing all relevant information and documents to the other party. It is sometimes referred to as ‘full and frank disclosure’, and parties have an obligation to provide disclosure in both financial and parenting matters.
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Introducing the new Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
In this blog, we explore how the new Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia operates and what the changes mean for you if you have a court case currently in the system, or if you have recently separated.
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Your guide to subpoenas in family law
A subpoena compels a person to produce documents or give evidence; eg, if your ex-partner is refusing to disclose financial documents, you could issue a subpoena. Read our comprehensive guide to learn more.
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What is elder financial abuse and how to prevent it?
Financial elder abuse is an illegal or improper use of an elderly person’s property or finances. This article looks at ways in which it is often perpetrated, as well as ways it can be prevented.
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Family Court has the authority to order child vaccination
With the COVID vaccination program ramping up across the country, it’s not unexpected to see disputes between parents, about vaccination of their children. A recent Family Court case shows how the court can intervene when parents disagree about whether or not their children should be vaccinated.
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The role of executor of a Will
We explain the role of your executor after your death, including their responsibilities and obligations and what you should consider when appointing an executor.
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Costs orders in family law
In most matters, each party involved in family law proceedings will pay their own costs. There are, however, some exceptions to this rule and some circumstances where the Court may order one party to pay the legal costs of another.
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What is an informal Will?
An Informal Will is a document that doesn’t strictly satisfy the legal requirements for a valid Will under the Wills Act (Victoria). Invalid Wills can present problems at probate but in some circumstances, they can still be admitted to probate by the Supreme Court.
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