family-law Blog

We understand that considering filing for divorce comes with a number of questions and concerns. How long do I need to wait before I can file? How long does the process take? One of our senior lawyers answers some of the most common questions we get asked when it comes to beginning the divorce process.

When can I file for a divorce?

It is important to know, you cannot file a divorce application unless you have been separated from your former partner for at least 12 months. For many of our clients, this period of separation has involved living in separate households. If however, you have...

Unto death do us part, or maybe not?

Whilst a former divorced spouse is an eligible person in NSW to make a family provision claim against the estate of a deceased spouse (section 57 Succession Act 2006), generally speaking such claims...

Have you been left out of a Will?

The loss of a family member is always a difficult time, but it can become more distressing to learn that you have not been included in the family member's Will. Generally, a person may leave their...

What Does a Family Lawyer Do?

You've probably heard other people speak about "my lawyer" or "my solicitor" when telling you about their family law problems. But what does a family lawyer or family law solicitor actually do?

Contesting Wills are you Eligible?

In NSW, eligible persons can Contest a Will and make what is called a Family Provision claim if they have been left without adequate provision from a deceased estate.

The eligible person in New South...