Separation can be an extremely difficult time, especially when children are involved. As our emotions are likely to be heightened during this time, it is essential that we prioritise the interests of those ‘caught in the middle’ – the children. To help you during this difficult time, we have a few tips: 1. Keep all […]
Victims of domestic violence can soon terminate rental leases with one week’s notice, thanks to new rental laws passed in Queensland Parliament last week. Those escaping violent relationships are usually reluctant to do so due to financial hardship, among other reasons. A victim can become discouraged from leaving and the often violent cycle continues, as […]
A de-facto relationship is defined in section 4AA of the Family Law Act, and includes partners who: … have a relationship as a couple, living together on a genuine domestic basis. De-facto couples are those who are not married. So, what happens if they separate? Is the division of property viewed the same as married […]
You may be surprised that when faced with the above question, I always ask my client whether they have been to relationship counselling. A relationship counsellor or psychologist is not always about reconciliation but can also assist parties in separating responsibly. This is particularly important when there are children involved. If reconciliation is not on […]
