Navigating international family law issues
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April 2022
Can you Change the Locks on the House?
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April 2022
If you are an owner or co-owner of a home, it may be very sensible for you to change the locks on the home if your partner has already moved out and you do not want them moving back in. But the question is, can you? The Answer is - yes. If you are [...]
Child support arrangements with New Zealand
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April 2022
The Department of Human Services (Child Support Agency) (DHS) in Australia, formerly known as the Child Support Agency, have an agreement with their counterpart organisation in New Zealand, the New Zealand Inland Revenue (NZIR) in relation to the collection of child support. This agreement allows both departments to collect and distribute child support payments [...]
Court Can Stop Erratic Spending
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February 2022
A wife - who found out her separated husband had been splurging their assets on prostitutes, gambling, drugs and shares - has had to get a court order to stop the spree. The husband had bipolar disorder, he was even trading in shares from his bed in a hospital psychiatric unit after attempting suicide, [...]
What happens to super during a divorce?
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January 2022
We all know the importance of superannuation and saving for retirement. But what happens to that hard-earned super if you’re going through a divorce? Firstly, it’s important to remember that superannuation is defined as “property” under the Family Law Act and can be counted as part of a property settlement. Getting information To overcome [...]
Is an asset of the marriage out of reach of the Family Court?
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November 2021
When separation occurs spouses must turn their minds to, what makes up their property pool for division? It may be a surprise to some people to learn that almost all assets, whether held jointly, solely or in company or even Trust names may be considered to part of the matrimonial property pool. If a [...]
What happens in a defacto property settlement?
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November 2021
Are you in a defacto relationship? Have you separated and not sure how property should be divided? It’s important to get Family Law advice early, but here are some of the basics you need to know. What is a de facto Relationship? Under the Family Law Act a person is in a de facto relationship with [...]
Is An Insurance Claim Property In Family Law?
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October 2021
Q: Is an insurance claim 'property' in family law? A: The short answer is yes, it can be. An insurance claim is money that can be recovered and although not strictly 'property' it is treated in the same manner. An insurance claim is a right to sue. Often the trouble with a right to [...]
If I see a solicitor does that mean I will go to Court?
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September 2021
Q: If I see a solicitor, does that mean I will go to court? A: No, in fact seeing a solicitor for family law advice at the earliest opportunity may avoid (or bring an end to) contested court proceedings. Seeking the advice of a family lawyer is the best way to arm yourself with [...]