CHANGES TO BINDING CHILD SUPPORT AGREEMENTS On 1 July 2018 amendments were made to the Child Support (Assessment) Act 1989 (Cth) (“the Act”) via the enactment of the Family Assistance and Child Support Legislation Amendment (Protecting Children) Act 2018. These amendments included a series of changes affecting Binding Child Support Agreements. In particular the amendments […]
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Often parties to a marriage or de facto relationship will receive an inheritance during the course of marriage or relationship, or following separation but prior to the parties completing a property settlement. In many instances the party receiving the inheritance will seek to quarantine the inheritance from the pool of assets subject to the property
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How can I pay my bills or support my children during a family law settlement? My partner earns more than me, how can I compete with them financially? How can I pay my legal fees when I don’t work? Significance of Interim Family Law Orders It is no secret that the current delays in the
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Once Orders are made, either by the Court or the consent of the parties, in relation to the care and living arrangements for children, they are final. Orders made only be varied if either both parties’ consent, or the Court determines that it is appropriate to change the Orders. Changing Orders by Consent If
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You can often negotiate an agreement in relation to your children’s travel, either through private discussions or with the help of legal representatives. However, there are many cases where the non-travelling parent refuses to provide their consent or to sign the passport application – sometimes because of genuine concerns about the child’s safety when traveling
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From 23 November 2023, the legal practice of Church & Grace will be incorporated as part of McLachlan Thorpe Partners. Both Church & Grace and McLachlan Thorpe Partners are committed to ensuring a smooth transition and maintaining the high standards of service and relationship you have come to expect from both firms. Click here for more information.
