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Changes to family law property divisions in Australia after separation

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. There are some important changes to the law relating to family law property settlements after separation.  One of the most important updates is the formal recognition of family violence as a relevant factor in the property settlement process. How does property settlement work now? Under Australian family law, a property … Changes to family law property divisions in Australia after separation

Changes to parenting in the Family Law Act – one year on

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. On 6 May 2024 some significant changes were made to the Family Law Act in relation to parenting matters, especially parenting orders. The obligations in relation to mediation prior to making a Court application, and attempting to resolve disputed parenting matters remain the same. So, what do the changes … Changes to parenting in the Family Law Act – one year on

Are financial agreements legally binding in Australia? Why legal advice is essential.

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. A binding financial agreement, sometimes called a ‘pre nup’, is an agreement between a couple about how their assets will be divided if they separate.  You can enter into a financial agreement before, during our after your marriage or de facto relationship. Our previous article in the series can be … Are financial agreements legally binding in Australia? Why legal advice is essential.

When should you consider a financial agreement?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. A binding financial agreement, sometimes called a ‘pre nup’, is an agreement between a couple about how their assets will be divided if they separate. You can enter into a financial agreement before, during or after your marriage or de facto relationship.  This means that you can have a financial … When should you consider a financial agreement?

What happens if you breach parenting orders?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. One of the advantages of having Court orders for your parenting arrangements are that these are enforceable.  See our earlier article in our Parenting After Separation series here: Parenting after separation – What’s the best way to document your agreement? | Family Law Parenting orders can be varied by written agreement … What happens if you breach parenting orders?

Parenting after separation – What’s the best way to document your agreement?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. You’ve agreed on how your children will spend time with you and your ex-partner now that you’ve separated.  You may have an informal agreement that changes weekly or monthly, or a parenting plan you’ve prepared yourselves or with the help of a mediator.  Is it enough? What should you do to … Parenting after separation – What’s the best way to document your agreement?

Parenting after separation – should I go to mediation?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. Mediation for parenting arrangements after separation is commonly called Family Dispute Resolution (FDR).  So what is FDR and should you go? What is FDR? FDR is a process designed to help parents or other carers of children reach an agreement about the care arrangements of children after separation. FDR practitioners … Parenting after separation – should I go to mediation?

Navigating parenting arrangements – the legal process explained

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. In the first article in our series about making parenting arrangements for your child or children after separation, we provide an overview of the legally relevant matters which may assist you in making your arrangements or preparing for your meeting with your mediator or lawyer.   Most parenting arrangements after … Navigating parenting arrangements – the legal process explained

Family law property division – Documenting your agreement

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. In the final article of this series on Family law property division we explain the two major ways of formalising your property division, and why you shouldn’t risk a handshake deal. Why do we have to do this? Formally documenting your family law property division is recommended, even if … Family law property division – Documenting your agreement

Family law property division – How does it work?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. In the latest article in our series on Family law property division we give an overview of the process of dividing property in family law matters.   Just and equitable? The law starts by considering whether it is ‘just and equitable’ to make an order about the property of the … Family law property division – How does it work?

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