Can I Change the Locks after Separation?
This is a very commonly asked question by both wives and husbands and de-facto partners, after their relationship has broken down. If there is no court order about who may occupy the property, it initially depends on the legal title of the property.
Gifts & Inheritances During a Relationship – How Are They Treated?
Gifts It is becoming increasingly common for one or both parties to a relationship to receive monetary gifts and/or an inheritance(s) during a relationship. Ultimately any monetary gifts or other property that one or both parties may receive will be of benefit to the other party of the relationship either directly or indirectly.
Identifying the Assets and Liabilities in a Property Settlement and the Way in Which Loans From Parents May Be Treated by the Court
In a property settlement, the Court will adopt a four-step approach to determine what adjustment of property is appropriate in a particular matter. In the first step, the Court must identify and value the property, assets, financial resources and liabilities. That is, the Court identifies and values all the property of the marriage, less the […]
What Financial Disclosure is required in Family Law Matters?
Each party to a Family Law property and financial matter has a duty to provide full and frank financial disclosure. That is, there is a need to be transparent in terms of your financial circumstances in family law property and financial matters. This ensures that any agreement reached between parties, is made with each party […]
Does a Defacto Relationship Exist
The number of people living in De Facto Relationships in Australia has risen quite dramatically over recent years. Whereas in nearly all cases it is easy to prove whether two people are legally married, establishing whether two people have or have not been living in a De Facto Relationship (and for how long) can sometimes […]
10 Reasons that May Allow You to Change your Child Support Assessment
A child support Assessment is calculated using a formula determined by several factors including, but not limited to, the incomes of both parents and how many nights of care each parent has with the child. We can help you by calculating the amount of child support you should receive, or will be liable to pay. […]
Determining the Best Interests for your Child
When looking at future parenting arrangements following the separation of parents, it is the best interests of the child or children that is the paramount consideration. Whether parenting arrangements are being discussed or determined through mediation, negotiation, collaborative law or court proceedings, the best interests of the child or children is always the primary focus.
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Welcome to Doolan Callaghan Family Lawyers
Hi and welcome to our brand new website for Doolan Callaghan, family law lawyers Northern Beaches and North Shore! At Doolan Callaghan we pride ourselves in offering the best family law services on the Northern Beaches and North Shore. When it comes to family law you need someone you can trust and someone who will […]