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Do I need a Power of Attorney?

There may be a time in your life when it is necessary to appoint someone to manage your financial or personal affairs.

You, in giving a power of attorney, are known as the “donor” and the person you appoint to act is known as the “donee”.

The appointment of a power of …

If you are injured in a public or private place you may be entitled to compensation.

A public liability claim may arise if you are injured because of someone else’s negligence.

Some examples of situations giving rise to a public liability claim may include:

• Slips, trips or falls in public areas …

Pets are often considered part of the family, which can make deciding where they will live after a separation especially difficult—particularly when the pet was purchased jointly or when children have a close attachment to it.

Changes to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (‘the Act’), which took effect …

Social media and the place children have on it is a hot topic at the moment. Amongst much debate, Australia is leading the way in challenging tech giants when it comes to how and when youth can start to build their online presence. However, as parents and caregivers, we also have a part to play in …

Binding Financial Agreements (BFA) can prevent a messy splitting of assets once a couple parts ways.

These documents are sometimes known as prenuptial agreements or “prenups”.

They are agreements between de facto (inclusive of same-sex unions), soon to be married or already married couples.

Before …

How to know whether you are in a de facto relationship? It will depend on your circumstances. For this reason, there isn’t an absolute definition of what it means to be in a de facto relationship.

In a de facto relationship, you have the same rights as a legally married couple. Also, the provisions …

If you are in a position where a separation is likely, it’s normal to feel unsettled, or to have some anxiety over the uncertainty of your future. The uncertainty comes from circumstances that are not within your control. Here are four considerations that may help you to manage what is within your …

Many people when owed a debt will just ‘let it slide’ as they think the legal system can’t help them or if it can that the costs outweigh the benefit. There are steps that must be taken when claiming for a debt owed by someone to you.

For example, under the Uniform Civil Rules 2020, you must put a …

So, you’re going through a divorce or separation and are seeking more clarity on how to pick and choose the right custody lawyer for you?

If you want the best possible outcome for you and your family then you’re in the right place.

You probably have the questions….

“Where are my children going to …

These agreements are usually entered into by people before they go into a new relationship.

They aim to protect parties’ existing assets in the event of a relationship breakdown.

They also determine what happens to assets of the relationship that are jointly purchased.

The Family Law Act states that …