Blog | What you need to know when you separate
COSTS ORDERS
Can I make the other party pay my legal costs? We are very often asked by our clients about Costs Orders and whether they can make the other party pay the legal costs they have incurred with respect to their application to the family law courts for property and/or...
CGT rollover for marriage breakdowns – Ellison & Sandini Explained
CGT rollover relief Usually, capital gains tax (CGT) applies to any change of ownership of an asset. However, if you transfer an asset to your spouse/de facto partner because of the breakdown of your marriage or relationship, there can be an automatic rollover of the...
Is Domestic Violence Relevant in a Property Settlement?
Is domestic violence relevant in a property settlement? Can a court adjust property in favour of victims of domestic violence? Evidence of domestic violence during a relationship does not commonly influence the outcome of property settlements. However, sometimes, in a...
Property Acquired after Separation – how is it treated?
How is property acquired after separation treated? Read on to find out. The Australian Bureau of statistics records that the average length of a marriage to separation in Australia, is currently 8.4 years, whereas the average length of a marriage to divorce in...
What You Need to Know About Divorce
There are many misconceptions in relation to what a divorce is and the process involved. Our guide to what you need to know about divorce can help you navigate the steps and provide you with insight into the procedure. A divorce these days is a relatively simple...
