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Divorce is an important decision in life, involving family, property, children, and other aspects. If you lack understanding of the relevant laws, you may unknowingly make decisions that are disadvantageous or even illegal to yourself, ultimately leading to serious financial losses or other adverse consequences. Therefore, it is wise to hire a professional divorce lawyer […]
Category Archives: Family Law
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Dec
Dec
Property settlement is the process of dividing personal and shared property between two partners who have decided to separate. If both parties can reach an agreement, it can save a lot of time and legal fees. The normal property settlement process involves three steps. Step 1: Consult a lawyer Before you start negotiating with the […]
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Dec
Dec
Divorce property division is an important step in the divorce process that affects the interests of both parties. What Does the Court Consider When Dividing Property in Divorce in Australia? Contributions to the marriage The court will consider the contributions that each spouse made to the marriage, both financially and otherwise. For example, a spouse […]
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Oct
Oct
Prenuptial agreements are agreements made by both parties before marriage to protect their own rights and interests after marriage. The content usually mentions arrangements for married life, assets, and even property distribution in the event of divorce. Although prenuptial agreements can provide some protection for both parties, they cannot completely eliminate disputes in the event […]
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Oct
Oct
Divorce property settlement agreements are agreements signed by both parties to a divorce to divide property and debts. These agreements are legally binding, so it is important to carefully consider the terms and ensure that they are in your best interests before signing. However, what happens if a spouse who owes debt tries to avoid […]
Child Custody, Criminal Law, Family Law, News
Family violence charges don’t automatically mean lost custody. The court cares about one factor !
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Aug
Aug
In Australia, a domestic violence abuser does not necessarily lose custody of their children after a divorce.According to Australian law, the court will consider the best interests of the child when making a custody decision. Domestic violence, such as a husband abusing his wife or children, is never in the best interests of a child. […]
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Aug
Aug
Many people think that you need a good reason to get a divorce, such as hiring a private investigator or proving that you are incompatible with your spouse. However, under Australian law, you do not need a good reason to file for divorce. In fact, the judge will only consider one thing: whether the marriage […]
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Aug
Aug
In Australia, in most cases, when parents divorce, children will be under joint custody rather than one parent obtaining full custody. This means both parents will share the responsibility of caring for the children, including their daily life, education, health, and recreational activities. When the court decides on child custody, the best interests of the […]
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Apr
Apr
First, it needs to be determined whether the jurisdiction where the prenuptial agreement is signed recognizes prenuptial agreements. If you and your partner are in Australia, you don’t have to worry about this. In addition, to ensure that the prenuptial agreement can be enforced in any court, you must ensure that all of the following […]
De-Facto Relationship, Family Law, News
7 Factors That Determine Whether You’re in a De-Facto Partnership
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Mar
Mar
In Australia, when a de facto relationship ends, there may be entitlements for property settlement, just as there are for married couples. To determine whether a couple is in a de facto relationship, the court will consider several factors. It is important to note that not all of these factors need to be present for […]
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