Initial contributions in family law property settlements
A property settlement is an important step in the separation of a de-facto or married couple. A formal property settlement … Read more
Property
What is a constructive trust?
A Court may impose a constructive trust where inequitable or unconscionable conduct occurs which is not dependent on any terms … Read more
GIFTS AND LOANS IN FAMILY LAW
It is becoming increasingly common for parents (and other family members) to give de facto or married partners financial support … Read more
You should have settled! The role of Calderbank Offers
Settlement is when the parties reach a resolution and decide not to take the matter to litigation. A party can … Read more
Special skills v non-financial contributions – the “You Have Done Nothing” argument
In many relationships, partners adopt what are seen as “traditional” roles: one party works and brings in income and one … Read more
What is Family Law Arbitration?
Family law litigation is a time-consuming and expensive process. Two years can elapse between the commencement of litigation and the … Read more
Resulting Trusts
What is a constructive trust? Unfortunately, an all-encompassing definition is not possible, and constructive trusts have variously been criticised as … Read more
Family Law Property Settlements and Cryptocurrency
When a couple separates in Australia, assets such as the family home, cars, shares, investment properties, and superannuation are divided … Read more
Financial Resources in Family Law Matters
What is a financial resource? What is property? How can the difference impact on Family Law property settlement proceedings? If … Read more
Severing a joint tenancy in a family law property settlement
If you and your partner own property together, you should tell your solicitor when first providing instructions in a family … Read more
