ARTICLES
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Duty of Disclosure in Family Law Matters
Sometimes you simply must tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. A lie by omission – something you do not mention when you should – is…
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New Changes To The Family Law Court System
Clarifying Binding Death Nominations in Superannuation Re Narumon Pty Ltd [2018] QSC 185 A recent decision in the Queensland Supreme Court, Narumon, emphasizes the importance of a valid Binding Death…
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Divorce & Separation in Australia: Who Gets What in Settlements?
For Australians going through divorce and separation, there are plenty of advantages of living in the ‘Information Age’. Now it is easier than ever before to access the court forms…
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Spousal Maintenance Frequently Asked Questions
Even in a best-case scenario – one in which you and your partner have decided to end the marriage on amicable terms – questions may arise about your legal rights…
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Post-Separation Assets – Who Gets What?
Who gets what will depend on the facts Australian statistics show that one third of relationships end in separation or divorce. The growing breakdown of relationships caused by divorce or…
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What Happens to a Business in a Family Law Dispute?
Introduction In family law property settlement proceedings all assets and liabilities of each party, (whether they are owned jointly or separately) are combined to form what is commonly known as…
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PODCASTS
Listen to our lawyers talk about family law issues in our podcasts.
Can I Recover My Costs in Family Law Proceedings?
In this podcast, OMB Solicitors, Family Lawyer, Gary Mallett answers the commonly asked question, as to whether costs can be recovered in family law matters. What is the General Rule…
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What is a Family Report?
In family law matters, you may have heard of the term, “family report,” but what is it and in what circumstances do they apply. In this podcast, Gary Mallett, our…
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Do Grandparents Have Rights in Family Law Disputes?
We know that family law disputes are often tumultuous with so many people, quite apart from the 2 spouses and children that are caught in the crossfire. One such group,…
