Think of the children!
Wednesday, 11 July, 2018
Separation can often lead to feelings of bitterness and resentment between parents.
Read moreThe ongoing costs of a one night stand.
Tuesday, 26 June, 2018
Online dating has increasingly become a more widely accepted way of meeting people. Many users report using dating apps for one-night stands and never speak to their match again. But what if your one-night stand turned into a pregnancy or as some people are referring to it, a ‘Tinder Surprise!’
Read moreChild Support Agreements
Thursday, 31 May, 2018
Parents can make a child support agreement either prescribing the amount of child support to be paid or altering an administrative assessment. Agreements can be made in relation to payment of child support by periodic and lump sum payments.
Read moreWills
Tuesday, 8 May, 2018
It's important to have a will. It allows you to choose what happens to your assets upon your death and makes the process easier for your family.
Read moreFrequently Asked Questions about the Independent Children's Lawyer
Wednesday, 11 April, 2018
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Adult Child Maintenance
Thursday, 1 March, 2018
If a child or children over 18 can’t support themselves they can still receive financial support for education expenses or if they have a mental or physical disability.
Read moreWhy Choose Collaborative Practice
Wednesday, 28 February, 2018
Increasing delays in the Family Law litigation and high legal costs have led lawyers and their clients to consider an alternate way of resolving family law disputes.
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The Collaborative Process for Prenuptial Financial Agreements
Wednesday, 31 January, 2018
Using Collaborative Practice for Prenuptial Financial Agreements a couple's relationship can be strengthened by identifying concerns and working through them to mutually acceptable arrangements. This can strengthen the relationship and increase the couple's ability to work together in the future when issues inevitably arise.
Read moreDivorce; do you need a Will?
Wednesday, 31 January, 2018
The Wills Act provides a will is revoked by marriage or the commencing of a registered relationship unless the will is expressed to be made in contemplation of marriage or the registration of a relationship. If you die without a will or your will has been revoked you are intestate. If you enter a new relationship your new partner is entitled to administer your estate. If you do not have a new partner the children of your old marriage or relationship are entitled to administer your estate. If your children are under the age of 18 their parent can apply to administer your estate on your children's behalf.
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