Divorce

For many, social media is now an aspect of our daily lives. In the context of a relationship breakdown, it is important to manage your social media appropriately or there can be adverse consequences. What are some possible consequences of posting inappropriate content? Following separation, it is understandable that people...

The scene has been set by the number of divorces reportedly doubling following the easing of isolation restrictions in Wuhan. It seems that Australia may be heading down a similar path. Logically, it seems reasonable that isolation with one’s partner in a marriage or de facto relationship that is already...

Our previous article “How to co-parent with a former partner during COVID-19 pandemic” provides some advice about what the court expects of co-parents during this uncertain time. But what if your proceedings are still on foot? What is going to happen to them? We have a look here at the...

If you have been in a serious relationship and moved in with your partner then you will know what it is like to mix and match your furniture, set up joint banking and split bills for food and utilities.  As you settle into your new lifestyle, there is one aspect...

Before a person can apply for a divorce they have to be able to establish to the Family Court that their marriage has irretrievably broken down. This can be established if the Court is satisfied that the parties to the marriage have separated and have lived separately and apart for...