Divorce and Superannuation … what can you do?
As family lawyers, we are often asked the question ‘is my ex entitled to my superannuation’ or ‘do I have to split my superannuation with my ex?’ In this...
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What you must do before going to Court for your parenting dispute
On 1 September 2021, the Federal Circuit Court of Australia and Family Court of Australia merged to become the new ‘Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.’ With the...
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What is a Family Report in Parenting Proceedings?
If you and your former partner haven’t been able to agree in relation to parenting matters, and an application has been made to the Family Court and Federal Circuit...
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What is Parental Responsibility and who has it?
The parent of a child has parental responsibility for that child regardless of whether the parents have separated or remain in a relationship. The Law in this area defines...
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Four things to know about the Family Court merger and what it means for families
On 1 September 2021, the Family Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court of Australia will be combined to create the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (the...
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How long will my property settlement take?
Transcript Sarah Walker: A common question we get asked in family property settlements is how long will my property settlement take? Hi, I’m Sarah Walker and I’m a family...
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Can you throw out your ex’s possessions?
Transcript Claire Aumuller: Do not throw out your ex’s possessions. Hi, I’m Claire Aumuller and I’m a family lawyer here at Turnbull Hill Lawyers. While you very well may...
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What can you, as separated parents, do to make Christmas magical for your children?
For most of us, Christmas is a happy time. A time when families get together to swap presents and stories, share meals and enjoy each other’s company. For some...
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Lottery Winnings & Property Settlements – Who gets the winnings?
If you win a lottery, are the lottery winnings an asset that the Family Court should adjust between you and your spouse post separation? The answer is generally “yes”…...
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Common questions asked about property settlements after separation
FAQs What is the difference between a property settlement and a divorce? A divorce and a property settlement are two different legal processes. A property settlement is the formal...
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