Parental Responsibility Parental responsibility is the authority to make decisions concerning and affecting the care, welfare and proper development of a child. Both parents have full parental responsibility for their children up until the age of 18. Parental…
If you have recently separated from your spouse or de facto partner it is advised that you seek to finalise your property settlement sooner rather than later. This will help you avoid post separation asset or debt accumulation…
STAGE 1: DATE OF SEPARATION The day either or both parties expresses their intention to end the relationship. This is the first practical step after a break up, where one or both parties move out of the…
You can remarry after divorce as long as your divorce order has taken effect. This is usually one month and one day after your divorce is granted by the Court. You will need to supply your marriage celebrant…
What Is An Annulment Of Marriage? In Australia an annulment of marriage is legally referred to as a ‘decree of nullity of marriage’, which is governed by the Family Law Act. A decree of nullity is a finding…
In recent years postnuptial agreements, known in Australia as a ‘Binding Financial Agreement’ have gained popularity and there are a number reasons a couple may wish to adopt a postnuptial agreement. Why A Couple May Want A Postnuptial…
The end of a marriage or de facto relationship is often a stressful and emotionally hard time for people. Reaching an agreement on the division of assets and liabilities between yourselves can help reduce the financial and emotional…