When you have been charged with an offence, understanding your rights, obligations and potential outcomes is one of the best assets you have. A criminal defence lawyer can help you with this. In some cases, criminal charges can stem from an honest misunderstanding, or a momentary lapse in judgement. A lawyer can also help you […]
What is Family Dispute Resolution? Family dispute resolution means trying to reach an agreement about your family arrangements when you are separated, divorced or have had your marriage annulled, or you are likely to. It helps couples who have separated sort out their disputes about: children and parenting division of property partner maintenance child support and adult […]
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If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence in any form, there are a number of services that you can reach out to. Seeking legal advice can be one step that you take in responding to your situation. Please note: If you believe you or your family are in immediate danger, do not […]
Deciding to end your marriage can be one of the most stressful decisions you’ll ever make, and one of the most significant life changes you’ll experience. During this very emotional time, you’ll also be expected to navigate the legal side of divorce, including paperwork – which can be tricky, even at the best of times. […]
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What Does the Term De Facto Mean? The Family Law Act recognises your relationship as “de facto” if you live together as a couple regardless of your sex. The Act treats de facto relationships differently from marriage in that if the existence of such a relationship or its length is disputed, proof will be required […]
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The only requirement for a divorce is the ‘irretrievable breakdown’ of a marriage. This is proved by the husband and wife having been separated for 12 months with no likelihood of getting back together. Your partner does not have to agree to the separation, however they need to know that you think the marriage is […]
Being charged with a criminal offence can be a difficult time. It’s even more stressful when you’re surrounded by a whole lot of legal jargon and words that you’re unfamiliar with. Having someone who can help you understand legal language and explain criminal law terms in plain English is invaluable. Here’s a list of some […]
Legal processes that involve family are some of the hardest situations to navigate, causing emotional stress for all parties involved. It can be even more stressful when you feel as though your lawyer is talking in a different language – a language full of legal terms and jargon. You’ll need someone who can translate and […]
