Disputes over child vaccinations in family law matters have become more prevalent over the past few years as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Court can make Orders to allow one parent to have sole parental responsibility with respect to the issue of vaccinations allowing them to make the decision to vaccinate unilaterally or …
Aside from real property and managed investments, the superannuation entitlements of parties are likely to be the significant asset of a marriage or relationship. When parties separate and resolve property settlement arrangements, the superannuation interests of the parties are likely to be divided. Parties seeking superannuation information about the other party may submit a Form …
A subpoena is a legal document issued by a Court at the request of a party to a matter which compels another party to produce documents or to give evidence before a Judge at a Court hearing. There are 3 types of subpoena: 1. A subpoena for production; 2. A subpoena to give evidence; and …
The seminal 1991 case of Bonnici & Bonnici has often been cited in matters where an inheritance is received by a spouse late in a marriage. In this case, it was argued that an inheritance received towards the end of a marriage should be “excluded” from the divisible asset pool as the “non-inheriting” party could …
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a great deal of stress for businesses and households across the globe, putting pressure on workers and their families. Victoria’s hard lockdown over the past 8 weeks in particular has left many victims of domestic violence feeling vulnerable and exposed to their abusers. Fuelled by job losses and financial stress, …
Mr. Masson and Ms. Parsons were close friends for many years. Mr. Masson donated his sperm to Ms. Parsons in 2006 to allow her to have a child and she fell pregnant shortly thereafter. At the time of conception, Mr. Masson believed that not only would he be the child’s biological father, but that he …
Binding Child Support Agreements are written agreements between parents covering financial support arrangements for children. Both parties must obtain independent legal advice prior to entering into a Binding Child Support Agreement, and after an agreement has been entered into, they are difficult to set aside. Parties generally enter into Binding Child Support Agreements to fix …
Selecting a lawyer to navigate one’s path through a relationship break-up is a critical decision. Like visiting an oncologist or perhaps even the dentist, a consultation with a family lawyer is not something which has universal appeal. Choosing the right lawyer to guide a separating party may be the most important decision that you may …
Firm Principal, Vic Rajah was invited in 2016 by the Television Education Network to present a sound education paper on the topic of ‘Worlds in Collision’ – Estate Planning and Family Law. Vic discussed the powers of the Family Court to thwart asset protection strategies and how the risks can be minimised.
