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In Australian Family Law, knowing whether you are in a de facto relationship is crucial because it determines your legal rights and responsibilities if the relationship ends.
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Why Is It Important to Know If You’re in a De Facto Relationship in Australian Family Law?
In Australian Family Law, knowing whether you are in a de facto relationship is crucial because it determines your legal rights and responsibilities if the relationship ends.
Military and Police personnel – two key considerations when navigating a parenting dispute and why you need an experienced Family Lawyer.
Being in the Military or Police or being the ex-spouse of someone in the Military or Police comes with a unique set of challenges, specifically when it comes to regular relocation.
The 4 Biggest Risks of Not Formalising Your Family Law Property Settlement
If you do not formalise your property division by way of an Application for Consent Orders or a Binding Financial Agreement, you will find yourself exposed to a number of high-risk situations that could affect your financial future.
Does My Income Affect My Family Law Property Settlement?
It is not unusual for one party to sacrifice their career in order to raise the family while the other continues to progress their career, earn a higher income and become the breadwinner.
The Top 4 things Business Owners should do when Separating
If you and your former partner own a business and are going through a separation there are 4 important aspects, unique to your circumstances that you should consider.
What are without prejudice communications and why are they helpful?
“Without prejudice” communications refer to discussions or correspondence between parties that are intended to be confidential and cannot be used as evidence in court if the matter proceeds to litigation.
Separated and living under the one roof – Can we Divorce?
In short – yes, you can divorce whilst living under the same roof.
The Risks of Self-Representation in NSW Family Law Court Cases
While self-representing might seem like a cost-effective solution, it often leads to more harm than good.
Practical Tips to Improve Communication with your Co-Parent
Your children will benefit when you develop better communication habits that allow you to make decisions together with your child’s other parent.
Family Law Court: What You Must Do Before Filing in Australia
The Pre-Action Procedures for family law cases are designed to encourage dispute resolution and reduce the need for litigation. They aim to ensure just, quick and cheap resolution of family law matters.
Types of Family Law Court Events & What to Expect
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia is the national Court which hears all family law matters. There are a number of Court events which litigated family law matters will progress through to reach a final outcome.
Family Law Amendment Bill 2024: Key Changes Taking Effect from 29 May 2025
The Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 passed through the Senate on 29 November 2024. The majority of the Amendments will take effect on 29 May 2025.
