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Cryptocurrency in property settlement
Cryptocurrency is treated as an asset for property settlement purposes. However, there can be some significant issues around how to find...
Sarah Galvin
Sep 22, 2023


How to... Divorce
We know the end of a relationship is difficult, no matter what the reason for separating. We rarely see clients who find it easy, even...
Sarah Galvin
Sep 3, 2023


Can I keep the house? a comprehensive explanation about this property division issue
When a marriage or a de facto relationship ends and it’s time to divide up the property, one of the most frequently asked questions we...
Sarah Galvin
Aug 31, 2023


The 50% myth: property division isn't automatic
One of the common misunderstandings we come across is “my ex can take half of my house right? Or “can my ex take half of my super?” The...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 31, 2023


'Birdnesting' - Is this parenting for you?
With increasing references to “birdnesting” arrangements for separated parents out there in the media, increased awareness leads to...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 22, 2023


Divorce - what to think about after the Order
Once a Divorce Order has been made, a Divorce Order has an automatic effect on some documents or rights, but doesn’t change others. We...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 16, 2023


Divorce applications- what happens?
If you have been separated and you want to know about the process of getting a divorce, we are here to help. You can apply for a divorce...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 16, 2023


Protecting assets and relationship agreements
You may have heard of a pre-nuptial agreement before, you may want one for a de facto relationship, but what are they? We are frequently...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 16, 2023


Mediator's - how do I pick one?
So you’re looking at engaging a mediator to sort out your family law issues, but not sure where to start? Perhaps you have received a...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 16, 2023


Can we split superannuation?
Superannuation can be a valuable asset in the property pool. Depending on the type of superannuation, separating couples can reach an...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 8, 2023


What am I entitled to in property settlement?
This is one of the big questions that pops up sooner or later around separation. Some client’s aren’t sure how the process works at all,...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 8, 2023


Tips and traps in parenting arrangements
Family lawyers spend a lot of time negotiating and formalising children's arrangements, or arguing over them in Court at times. Here we...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 5, 2023


Children's arrangements, where do I start?
After separation, we have parents asking us that very question. We thought it would be helpful to set out some of the initial stages and...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 5, 2023


Property and paperwork
A common issue we are asked about is making an agreement with your ex legally binding. Everyone knows life involves paperwork, so no...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 5, 2023


De facto couples and property division
One of the most frequently asked about topics is de facto couples and property rights. 'What happens to my property if we move in...
Sarah Galvin
Jul 4, 2023
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