Family Law

“LIVING TOGETHER” IN A DE FACTO RELATIONSHIP

“LIVING TOGETHER” IN A DE FACTO RELATIONSHIP

There is often uncertainty around whether a couple is in a de facto relationship. Section 4AA of the Family Law Act 1975 provides that a person is in a de facto relationship with another person if, they are not legally married to that person, they are not related by...Read More
CHILD CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS OVER CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS

CHILD CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS OVER CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS

We all know that Christmas is a special time of the year, particularly when you have children wanting to unwrap their Christmas gifts sitting under the Christmas tree. It can also be a stressful and emotional time of the year, particularly for separated families who...Read More
PRIMARY CAREGIVERS AND SEPARATION

PRIMARY CAREGIVERS AND SEPARATION

What you need to know when going through a separation Relationships can be tricky to navigate on any good day, so when you’ve reached the point of separation, there are some key points to think about and consider from a legal perspective. If you’re thinking about...Read More
Family Law & Spousal Maintenance

Family Law & Spousal Maintenance

Does Spousal Maintenance Law affect you in Australia? Spousal maintenance is financial support paid by one party of a relationship to their former partner in circumstances where they are unable to adequately support themselves. It does not matter whether the parties...Read More
Financial Support for Children and Families

Financial Support for Children and Families

Child Support Financial support for children in Australia is governed by the provisions of the Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989 and the Child Support  (Registration Collection) Act 1988. The effect of the Registration and Collection Act was to create the Child...Read More