The issue of who gets 'custody' of the fur babies has been getting a lot of attention lately. We wrote about it a couple of weeks ago here: https://tiyce.com/blog/fur-babies-are-still-babies/ Now our Principal Michael Tiyce has appeared in the Sun Herald in a feature article about the issue. At present in Australia, [...]
By Emily Austin. The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) has been under intense scrutiny in the past few years, the subject of multiple reports and enquiries which has invited feedback from many stakeholders. As a consequence of this, the Parliament is currently discussing the Family Law Amendment Bill (No 2) 2023 [...]
By Anita Petrovic. Sometimes, it just seems too hard, we know. So, what happens if you throw in the towel? If you stop engaging in the proceedings? If you just ignore everyone and everything involved in your family law matter? This may seem like an enticing thing to do, however, if [...]
By Anita Petrovic. Imagine this: You separate from your partner; you live separately for several months and have not had anything to do with each other financially since you separated. Then, you get a letter from a lawyer acting for your ex saying that s/he wants a property settlement and asks [...]
By Anita Petrovic. Picture this: several years and sums of money later, you finally have Court Orders dividing your marital property with your ex-spouse between you; those Court Orders say that your ex-spouse has to sign certain documents to transfer an asset to you; your ex-spouse refuses to sign those documents… [...]
By Anita Petrovic. Amicable separations are not as few and far between as one might think; plenty of separated partners resolve their property settlement cordially and by consent. If you have reached agreement to settle your property matter with your former spouse, you may trust your former spouse to honour that [...]
A common misconception in family law is that being in a lengthy relationship, married or unmarried, automatically qualifies you for a property settlement if you separate. The Federal Circuit & Family Court of Australia in a recent property settlement case dealt with a separated couple who had been in a de [...]
Subpoenas are legal orders issued by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia that require the production of specific documents or information, or requires named persons to attend Court to give evidence. An example of when a subpoena may be issued is if one party fails to disclose relevant material [...]
By Molli Clements. In the legal world, errors or mistakes can occasionally occur in court orders despite the best efforts of all parties involved. Luckily, the judicial system recognises this possibility and provides a mechanism to correct these errors promptly. In Australia, the Slip Rule, introduced under Rule 10.13 of the [...]
Family law matters can be complex and emotionally challenging. Unfortunately, misconceptions about family law often can lead to confusion and misguided decisions. Five common family law misconceptions are debunked below: Divorce settles property and parenting matters Obtaining a divorce only terminates the marriage certificate and does not address property settlement or [...]