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Family Violence is a relevant consideration in property settlements
Now, following significant changes to the Family Law Act 1975, effective from 10 June 2025, family violence is a relevant consideration in all property settlement matters. These amendments are intended to recognise that victims of family violence struggle to achieve a...
Serious consequences for Husband due to failure to disclose
Failure to disclose in a property settlement matter can have very serious consequences. The duty of disclosure requires that parties provide full and frank disclosure of all information and documents that are relevant to the case. To learn more about the duty of...
De Facto Relationship Case Files
De facto relationship matters can often become contentious when one party suggests that the relationship was not that of a de facto relationship. Why is this important? Because if you were not married, or in a de facto relationship with the other party, you...
What happens if we both want the house in a divorce?
Often separating couples struggle to agree on how to separate their assets. This article explores what happens when both parties want the house in a divorce. Why might both parties want the house in a divorce? One party may consider it an advantage to retain the...
What is the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024?
The Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 passed through the House of Representatives in August 2024, and the Senate on 29 November 2024. The amendments will come into effect in 6 months, on 10 June 2025. The Bill implements improvements to the legal frameworks in relation...
