Essential Tips for De Facto Couples: Property Settlement Gold Coast
As de facto relationships continue to grow in prevalence across Australia, understanding the intricacies of property settlement is crucial for couples navigating separation. Unlike married couples, de facto partners may lack clarity about their legal rights and obligations regarding property division and financial settlements. This guide provides essential tips to help de facto couples in […]
Rising Cohabitation in Australia: Legal and Social Implications for Couples
In recent years, cohabitation has become increasingly common across Australia, especially among younger couples. Gone are the days when marriage was considered the default path for romantic relationships. Instead, many couples now choose to live together without formalising their union through marriage. This shift in relationship dynamics reflects broader social changes but also introduces certain […]
Shifting Trends in Australian Marriages
The Decline in Marriage Rates and the Rise of De Facto Relationships In recent decades, Australia has experienced significant shifts in the way relationships are formed and maintained. Marriage once considered the bedrock of family life, is no longer the only route for couples wishing to build a life together. As marriage rates have steadily […]
De Facto Relationships in Australia: Your Legal Rights and Obligations Explained
Handling the intricacies of de facto relationships in Australia can be complex, particularly when it comes to understanding the legal rights and obligations involved. Whether you are currently in a de facto relationship or considering entering into one, it’s crucial to grasp what this means under Australian law and how it affects your legal stance […]
Understanding De Facto Relationships and Property Settlements in QLD
Navigating the complexities of de facto relationships in QLD requires a firm grasp of the legal framework. At the Collective Family Law Group, a boutique family law firm in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, we aim to simplify the intricate maze of de facto law for our valued clientele. Defining De Facto Relationships in Queensland […]
The Ultimate Guide to De Facto Relationships
Property Division, Child Custody, and Support in Australia Navigating the legal aspects of a de facto relationship can be complex, especially when it comes to property division, child custody, and support matters. As experienced Gold Coast family lawyers, we understand the challenges you may face during this time. In this ultimate guide, we provide answers […]
What is an Initiating Application in Family Law? – Podcast Episode 74
Family law can be very complex in Australia and even more so when in comes to the Court process. It can be very confusing, especially when it comes to making applications to Court for your family law process. The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) is the same for the majority of […]
Can a Long Term De-facto Be Determined if You Don’t Live Together De Facto Relationships
A de facto relationship has been explained in a previous article. We explore a case where the Full Court of the Family Court of Australia found that a de facto relationship existed for 18 months between a married man and a former sex worker. A VERY BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE CASE OF SHA & CHAM […]