In Victoria, if two spouses or de facto partners transfer real estate between each other, usually (but not always) there is no stamp duty. In my line of work, this often happens after separation and one person is 'buying out' the other and the house ownership is transferred from two names into one.

Australian law recognises that Family Violence is more than physical injury. It includes control, manipulation and harm caused in different ways. It can be: - assault - sexual assault - stalking - threats - threats to disclose a person's sexual orientation against their wishes - repeated derogatory taunts - intentionally injuring a pet - intentionally [...]

Personally, I don't see the point in Lawyers talking to clients using words the client won't understand. Useless! My job is to translate very complex legal mumbo jumbo into words you understand. Only then, can you make an informed decision about what to do next.

After a relationship breakdown, you might need to divide your assets between you and your ex partner. Here are the steps to calculate what percentage is "just and equitable" Preliminary step - Should there even be a split, or should you each keep what you have now? 1. Determine the ASSETS owned by each person [...]

Separating can be complicated. You safety is *always* the most important thing. If you feel unsafe at home and want to leave but are worried about the other person's reaction, there are support services available, such as - Orange Door - family violence support service open during business hours). - SafeSteps - 24/7 family crisis [...]

For some files, we offer fixed-fee, so you don't need to worry about changes to your costs. For people on an hourly rate, here are handy tips to save on some costs: - Be organised - provide information early. This could be using our New Client Form. Bringing documents to your first meeting or emailing [...]

Secret recording are a minefield. Get legal advice before making a recording one and certainly before disclosing it. Sometimes, people take secret audio or video recordings of their (ex) partner without the other person knowing. Be weary that recording someone without their consent can be a criminal offence and get you into hot water. Producing [...]

PURPOSE Changes to the Family Law Act take effect on 6 May 2024. The changes emphasize children's safety. Where it is unsafe for a child to spend time with a parent, that safety can override the child maintaining a meaningful relationship with that parent. The changes are also designed to simplify parenting cases. Removing 'checklists' [...]

Normally, parents are not required to pay child support after the child turns 18 years old (or finishes high school, if that is later). Did you know the Court can Order parents to continue paying child support, if an adult child has a disability? There are limits on how much can be paid and what [...]

Maybe! A good starting question is what might happen without one. The law ranks your family members by their relationship to you. If you have a partner (either married or de facto) or kids, they will likely inherit your things. But how much they each receive can depend on things like how much you own [...]