When a couple separates, who gets to remain living in the family home?
What happens if neither party wants to leave or one party attempts to ‘kick out’ the other from the family home?
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Demerit Point Increase for NSW Phone Use While Driving
From September 2018, there are increased demerit point penalties for NSW drivers who are caught using a mobile phone while driving illegally.
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NSW puts an end to ‘forced transgender divorces’
NSW has scrapped the requirement that a married transgender person must divorce before registering their change of sex.
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Strata lot owner wins Court case BUT penalised for commencing proceedings in the Supreme Court
Despite a plaintiff lot owner being successful in proceedings against an Owners Corporation, the Supreme Court found that they should pay legal costs.
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How must a Will be executed?
Under Section 6 of the Succession Act, wills in NSW are not valid unless three main criteria are satisfied. Here is a quick video summary.
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What is the minimum age for making a Will?
Section 5 of the Succession Act states that if a minor makes a will, it is invalid. So what exceptions are there? In this video Accredited Wills & Estates Specialist...
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How the court views a parent’s struggle with drug or alcohol abuse
A parent’s struggle with drug or alcohol abuse can have a hugely detrimental impact on their relationship with their children. Courts in the family law jurisdiction look at what is...
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Helping your child into the property market: Is it a gift or loan?
If you lend money to your child to help them get into the property market, is it a gift or loan? A recent Supreme Court tested how such financial assistance...
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Contesting a Will: Common Questions and Answers
Is there a time limit to challenge a will? Who can contest a will? These common questions and others surrounding family provision claim are answered in this blog article by...
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Family Court and Federal Circuit Court to merge
A new Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCA) is to be established and will be operational from 1 January 2019. Click to read more.
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