There is a pervading myth that divorce settlements in Australia split the assets and liabilities down the middle. The Family Court of Australia does not explicitly use a ratio system and instead has a complex and considered process that determines the proportion of assets each party will receive. Note: It’s important to use the right […]
Read MoreRunning a business is like being the captain of a ship setting sail for an exotic destination and a pot of gold. As captain, it’s your job to set the course and navigate, keep it from sinking when the unexpected occurs, and get the most of your crew. A well trained crew increases your chance of reaching your destination […]
Read MoreâMy partner and I have agreed to separate, but neither of us are in a position to move out of the residence until such time as we sell our house. Can we be considered legally âseparatedâ if we are still residing together under the one roof?â This is a common question. And yes, a couple […]
Read MoreAs a landlord, you invest time in screening suitable tenants, decide who is best placed to look after your investment property and subsequently enter into a lease agreement. However, with the rise of Airbnb and the sharing economy, you may be unaware of how your property is actually being used. If your tenants sub-let the […]
Read MoreA Financial Agreement removes the need to enter extended litigation following a relationship breakdown. This is because it prevents the parties from going to Court for orders relating to the assets and liabilities covered in the agreement. For just $ our Binding Post Nuptial Financial Agreement kit gives you the framework for a compliant Post […]
Read MoreRecently, Olivia Mead (19) the daughter of mining billionaire, Michael John Maynard Wright, launched a successful challenge to her deceased fatherâs Will.[1] Ms Mead claimed that as his dependent, she was not left with adequate provision from her late fatherâs estate. Under âfamily provisionâ legislation in each state, a person who is a âdependentâ, may […]
Read MoreThe quality of your staff can make or break your business so it makes sense to invest in solid procedures and protocols that will enhance and strengthen recruitment, employment and staff management processes. Many small business owners don’t realise that an employment contract template can be a really useful tool for ensuring that they’re doing […]
Read MoreWith World Resolution Day just around the corner on the 20th October, we want to promote the use of mediation to resolve disputes. One of the most emotion-filled events for which people can use mediation is property settlement during a separation. If you and your ex-partner canât agree on how you will divide your property […]
Read MoreNow more than ever, we are all very aware of our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing and the need to be resilient and calm in the face of adversity. At a time when peoplesâ lives have been thrown upside down, we need to find some structure and clarity so that we are equipped to deal […]
Read MoreNavigating employment laws in Australia is an arduous task for small business owners. Recent news of a supervisorâs bullying behaviour constituted by unfriending (or defriending) an employee on Facebook, only adds to the confusion and in this case, hype. Recent workplace bullying laws give the Fair Work Commission the power to address ongoing bullying behaviours […]
Read More