Disclosure

Friday, 31 May, 2019

Disclosure requires parties to a family law dispute to provide to each other all information relevant to their case. This includes information recorded in paper documents or stored by other means such as computer storage devices and also includes documents that the other party may not know about.

Wills and overseas properties

Thursday, 16 May, 2019

It is becoming increasingly more common for Australians to own property overseas. When property is held in different countries it is important that consideration is given to ensuring this property is dealt with in accordance with your wishes upon your death.

The effect of HECS debts in property settlements

Monday, 6 May, 2019

With a high number of people pursuing tertiary education, following separation it is important to consider what happens to any HECS debts in a relationship.

The Participation Agreement

Monday, 1 April, 2019

The disqualification provision in the Collaborative Practice Participation Agreement is the distinguishing characteristic of the Collaborative Process from other dispute resolution processes.

Family Counselling

Sunday, 31 March, 2019

‘Family counselling’ is defined in the Family Law Act as a process in which a family counsellor helps one or more people to deal with personal or interpersonal issues relating to marriage, separation or divorce, including issues relating to the care of children.

Things You Should Know!

Saturday, 30 March, 2019

Generally, a will remains valid until the person who made the will changes or revokes it. But there are exceptions that you may not be aware of.

Adopting a step-child in South Australia

Wednesday, 20 February, 2019

Australian family units are diverse and take many forms including step-families and blended families.

Surrogacy in South Australia

Thursday, 17 January, 2019

I’ve Been Named an Executor in a Will. What Do I Have to Do?

Wednesday, 16 January, 2019

Sharing during the Silly Season

Wednesday, 12 December, 2018

Shared parenting arrangements at Christmas time need not add stress to this busy period. As with all things this time of year, it takes some planning.