Interim Property Settlement

It is not uncommon that upon separation, one party controls the majority of the matrimonial assets. In addition to this, it is not unusual for one party to earn significantly more than the other. For these reasons, the party with greater access to assets or higher income tends to find it easier to preserve their […]

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Divorce with a business involved

What happens to a business in a divorce? Any interest in a business or company can be considered property in a divorce or property settlement. It does not matter what business structure is used; it doesn’t matter whether the business is a partnership, sole trader or company. An asset is an asset, and as such, […]

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How to sell a house in Australia when your ex is refusing

When it comes to negotiating a property settlement, extra stress can arise when you have differing opinions about what should happen with the family home. Usually, one party wants to keep it while the other party wants to sell it. If your ex refuses to or is delaying the sale of the family home, then […]

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Ex delaying property settlement

Why does an ex delay a financial settlement?  An ex may be motivated to delay a financial settlement for multiple reasons. Ex’s may try to remain in control of certain assets, particularly if those assets financially benefit them, for example refusing to sell a house they live in rent-free. Or ex’s might not be ready […]

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How to prepare for Interim Hearings

Interim hearings are hearings by a Judge that deal with discreet issues before a final hearing. The orders made at an interim hearing can last a long time, so you need to be prepared to make your best case to the Judge. Parenting Interim Hearings Preparation Step 1 – Gather Evidence Early Whatever case you […]

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Property owned before marriage – Premarital assets

Premarital assets   Is a house owned before marriage marital property?  Marital property refers to property acquired during the course of a marriage. In contrast, there is also separate property, which is any property in which only one partner bought themselves entirely, in their name, using their funds. From that definition, we can concede that a […]

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Can you get a financial settlement without a divorce?

Yes. You do not need to be divorced before obtaining a property settlement. Both securing a divorce and obtaining a property settlement are two separate matters, and you do not need one to get the other. However, it should be noted that until a divorce is granted, the time limitation for initiating property settlement proceedings […]

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Adoption

Adopting a child If you’re considering adopting a child, you may wonder how this interplays with family law and your parenting rights. Each state and territory have their respective laws regarding adoption, and unfortunately, there is no unfirm system. In Queensland, the relevant legislation is the Adoption Act 2009. Whether you want to adopt your […]

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