DE FACTOSo what happens if there are no children and you break up before the 2 year period? What if you feel that you have contributed in some way t
SEPARATING PROPERTYIf you are able to come to an agreement about how to divide the property, it is important to remember that “hand shake agreements” are not r
LONG-TERM ISSUESThe Family Law Act makes it clear that parents have responsibilities for their children, not “rights”. When parents separate, it is...
DIVIDING SUPERThe Family Law Courts can divide the superannuation entitlements of couples who separate. This is the same for couples who are married or...
SEPARATIONThe Uncertainty of Separation The process of separation can be an emotional rollercoaster, particularly when trying to negotiate the...
OLDER CHILDRENCan my older child decide? A common misconception in family law is that that older children have the right to decide the parenting...