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Michael speaks to Triple M about when it is recommended to get a ‘Pre-nuptial’ Agreement
Michael Ormerod, one of our Senior Family Law Solicitors, was recently interviewed on Triple M, where he spoke about when it is recommended to get a Pre-nuptial Agreement, and in what circumstances a Pre-nuptial Agreement may be void or challenged in court. You can...
DeFacto Relationships
What is a De Facto Relationship? A person is considered to be in de facto relationship with another person if having regarding to all the circumstances of their relationship, they have a relationship as a couple living together on a genuine domestic basis. These...
Staying Financially Sound After Divorce
Here is an interesting article posted by David Koch on the online news providing some good advice on how to stay financially sound after divorce. You can read the article here:...
Who gets the pets?
So you have recently separated from your significant other, and now face the question as to who gets the pets? For most, our fury friends are more than just a pet and often seen as members of the family. This makes the decision of ‘who retains the pets’ a particularly difficult and stressful one.
Amicably separating? Legal advise is still recommended
Going through a separation or divorce can be extremely challenging especially when there are children involved, and it is fair to say that genuinely amicable separations are very rare. Seeking advice from a family lawyer does not necessarily mean you are embarking on...
A checklist for your first visit to a family lawyer
In the unfortunate event of a separation of a personal relationship (marriage or de facto), it may be necessary to visit a lawyer. A lawyer is only able to help you if you are able to provide the necessary and relevant information. It will save you time and money if...
8 Helpful Tips for a Happy Christmas Holiday for Separated Families
It is that time of year again when things can become a little tense as summer holiday, Christmas day and New Year plans for separated families are negotiated and implemented. Christmas time is an important time for families, and should be a joyful time for children....
Social Networks – a Family Lawyer’s dream or nightmare?
Watch out – what you say on social networks such as Facebook or Twitter may well end up as evidence in the Family Law Courts! “There is no way I am agreeing to her having the kids more as then I’ll have to pay her more money!” “I will never forgive him for leaving...
When can I apply for divorce?
Applying for a Divorce Are you at that point when you feel like you’ve given your marriage everything and there is nothing left to give? Perhaps you are considering divorce. As much as it would be nice if people could move quickly through this phase, in such an...
Who gets what?
How do Australian courts decide who gets what when a relationship breaks down? There are no laws stating that parties will divide their assets equally after separation, nor is there any established formula that gives one party or the other a certain percentage of the...
I want a divorce, but I can’t find my spouse!
If you've been separated from your spouse for over 12 months, you might decide to take the next step and file for divorce. But what happens if you've lost track of your spouse and don't know where to serve the divorce papers? Although being unable to locate your...
Online divorce application now available
At Adelaide Family Law we are excited to now offer an option for online divorce applications. If you are ready to apply for a divorce you can complete our online divorce application. Once done, one of our solicitors will contact you to finalise the application and...
Am I in a De Facto relationship?
You and your partner are considered to be in a de facto partner relationship if you are not legally married to each other, are committed to sharing a life together to the exclusion of others, you live together “on a genuine domestic basis” and are not related by...
Using Social Media During a Separation
Social-media posts and text messages may only take a few seconds to type out and share, but they can have long-lasting and unforeseen implications in divorce and custody cases. When confronted with the stress associated with a major life event like a divorce,...
A different perspective on divorce
Here is an interesting article posted on Mamma Mia today where a divorced father thanks his ex-wife for the gift of their children. Nice to read a different perspective don't you think?...
Pre-nuptial agreement over-ruled by High Court
If you have a pre-nuptial agreement in place and are thinking "that's the end of the story", you might be surprised to know that, in some cases, pre-nuptial agreements can be overturned. Lisa Gough shares her thoughts on a High Court judgement between Thorne v...
To leave or not to leave?
When couples separate, we are often asked whether leaving the family home will affect an eventual property settlement. After deciding to end a relationship, it often becomes hard to live under the same roof together and relationships can become strained, especially...
Do I have to pay stamp duty when completing my property settlement?
A question that often arises when transferring property is whether the party who is to retain the home or investment properties has to pay Stamp Duty. For example, Dave has recently separated from Ella and they have 2 properties that are held in joint names. The...