Is Unhappy Marriage A Ground For Divorce In Australia? There are many reasons as to why couples, or just one spouse, might seek legal marriage advice or even consider getting a divorce. Taking that first step is never easy, and wanting to end a part of your life and turn over a new sheet can … Continued
When parties separate and there are children involved, there are often many parenting issues that parties do not agree on. Immunisations can be one of the contentious issues. If parties can not agree on this subject, it is an issue that can be decided on by the Family Court. The Family Court is a discretionary … Continued
Going through a relationship breakdown can be tough, and even more so if children are involved. Not all family breakdowns require a family lawyer, but when you decide you require assistance from a legal practitioner, who you decide to choose will be important in the longer term. Firstly it is important to know that both … Continued
Upon separation, you will need to consider the division of your assets and liabilities (the matrimonial property pool) and if there are children of the relationship, the parenting arrangements for those children. These can be achieved in a number of different ways; 1. By coming to an agreement between both parties, and informally dividing up … Continued
Ordinarily you may think the answer is no, however a recent High Court case found that a tax debt of one spouse can be shifted to another during a divorce property settlement. The 2018 case of Commissioner of Taxation v Tomaras  decided whether the Family court can give orders to government agencies, such as the … Continued
Negotiating school holiday time with your children can be difficult following separation or divorce. Unfortunately for some families, the tension and stress associated with making decisions around how much time the children will spend with each parent can be significant. If parents are in dispute, it is often likely that children will be affected also. … Continued
Peter Fisher Lawyers now offer clients a fast and cost effective online tool for Estate Planning and Family Law clients. Peter Fisher Lawyers has partnered with Settify, an innovative and award-winning online tool which provides a concise overview of your current situation and general advice on next steps, to help you know where you stand. … Continued
A family law judge has warned couples not to let their anger and bitterness drive their litigation, and that it is important to make meaningful attempts to negotiate during property settlement procedures. Family court Judge Robert Benjamin ordered a woman to pay a $30,000 cost order for her aggressive response to her ex-husband’s offer to … Continued
We recently shared a story of how the court deems that the best interest of the child is not always consistent with what a parents best interest is, and how the Family Court must endeavour to give a child a meaningful relationship with both parents. Here we will share a story of when the best … Continued