The Benefits in Settling
- October 2, 2024
In the Court’s most recently available end of financial year report, the Brisbane Registry topped the country in Divorce Applications despite Sydney and Melbourne having approximately twice the population. Interestingly, the gap widened when it came to matters settling by way of Consent Orders and again Brisbane led the nation with approximately 40% more cases…
Purchasing a Property with Tenants
- September 11, 2024
For many of us, purchasing a home is one of the most significant financial decisions we will make, and we absolutely want to get a decision as important as this RIGHT. If you are looking to purchase a property with existing tenants and convert it to your principal place of residence, then there are additional…
Property keeps getting bigger
- August 14, 2024
Last year it was reported that Australia had reached the milestone of 1 in every 18 babies being conceived from IVF procedures which was a steady increase from previous reporting years. While experts are hesitant to suggest the trend will continue – the “Covid effect” has made predictions difficult – it is at least clear…
Re-partnering after separation but before the divorce
- June 21, 2024
In cases where one (or both) spouse(s) might have re-partnered before that spouse has completed formal property division of assets (property settlement) with the first spouse, problems can arise. In a scenario where Bob is still finalising a property settlement with Mary but has now fallen in love with Jane and wants to immediately commence…
Making Wills with Conditional Gifts
- April 24, 2024
IT’S THE THOUGHT THAT COUNTS: MAKING WILLS WITH CONDITIONAL GIFTS A person making a Will can distribute their estate to anyone they wish and, generally, on whatever terms they deem appropriate. However, a challenge arises when a testator intends to require a beneficiary to do or not do a particular thing before they can receive…
Can I lock in my child support payments?
- January 31, 2024
Can I lock in my child support payments? It’s possible for parents to organise and maintain private agreements in relation to child support obligations and for this money to be paid either directly to the supplier (such as a school) or to the other parent’s nominated bank account. However, for parents wanting these arrangements to…
Making a Will Without Capacity
- November 28, 2023
Making a Will Without Capacity – Queensland’s Statutory Will Scheme Testamentary capacity refers to the mental state required to execute a valid Will, and extends to understanding the nature and effect of the document, being aware of the property that forms part of the estate, understanding potential claims against the estate, and being free of…
Falsely Accused of Domestic Violence
- October 30, 2023
Worried you will be falsely accused of committing Domestic Violence? Here’s how to protect yourself Whilst there is an unfortunately increasing number of Domestic Violence allegations being reported in our community, there are instances where a person may attempt to weaponise a false or exaggerated report in order to exercise power, influence and control over…
Super Death Benefit
- September 27, 2023
Super Death Benefit In 1991, the Federal Government introduced a guarantee that all Australians would have a fund to use for their retirement and introduced Superannuation. Since then, it is a major asset for most Australians and is often a large component of your total assets you hold when you pass away. It is a…
Voluntary Assisted Dying
- August 30, 2023
Could the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act affect my inheritance? The Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (Qld) (‘VAD Act’) provides strict criteria for accessing voluntary assisted dying (‘VAD’), and has raised complex legal, ethical, and moral questions regarding end-of-life decisions. The new laws make a particular distinction that VAD is not assisted suicide where the required…