When you separate from your de facto partner or spouse, it is imperative that proper arrangements are made for your children. The current terminology regarding parenting is as follows: “Parental responsibility” – usually parents share this responsibility, however there are circumstances where one party can have sole parental responsibility. This refers to the ordinary duties,...
If you and your former partner have children, either of you may be entitled to receive a payment of child support from the other party. The payment of child support is administered by the Department of Human Services. Your first contact regarding child support should be directed to the Department, contact telephone number 131 272...
Mediation can be a very cost-effective and comparatively quicker process to resolve a dispute than what is offered by the Court system. It is now compulsory (except in certain exempt circumstances) for parents to attend mediation prior to commencing Court proceedings regarding the parenting arrangements for their children. Ordinarily, parties attend this type of mediation’s...
A divorce means you are no longer legally married. You are free to remarry should you choose. A divorce is separate and distinct from a property settlement and/or matters involving children. Either you or your spouse (or the two of you jointly) can apply for a divorce once you have lived separately and apart for...
When you and your de facto partner or spouse separate, it may be beneficial to enter into a property settlement with your partner. There are numerous considerations to be had in determining your entitlement in any property settlement. For that purpose, we suggest you obtain legal advice before entering into any settlement. We can assist...
