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...
Divorce & Children: Common Questions & Concerns Answered
There’s no doubt that divorce can be further complicated when there are children in the picture. Below is an interview conducted with one of our senior lawyers on some of the most common questions...
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 separated and need to make parenting arrangements for your children?
Separation is a difficult time for parents and children. If your separation has been messy you might find it difficult to agree on parenting arrangements for your children. Or maybe things have been...
Caught Drug Driving?? Do you have a Defence of Honest and Reasonable Mistake of Fact??
Since the introduction of roadside drug testing, there has been much controversy and public outcry.
An Interview with our Senior Solicitor: Vicki Andrews B.Ec LLB
Vicki is our Senior Solicitor based at our Port Macquarie office. Vicki has been practising law since 1986 and has a very down-to-earth, precise, honest, and realistic approach. Vicki has extensive...
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 is Mediation? How Does it Work? When is it Appropriate?
Mediation can be a very effective way to resolve all different types of disputes, including neighbourhood disputes, family law matters, employment issues and often estate claims.
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...
