Increasing numbers of Australians are challenging wills in Court with a significant degree of success.
A recent study* of cases relating to challenging wills found that:
• Most wills that are contested are done so under family provision laws;
• Adult children are the most common claimants in will contests, and
• Challenging a will has a high rate of success whether it is through mediation or the courts.
According to our wills and estates lawyers, a will can be contested for a number of reasons.
on Tuesday, 12 February 2019
| Posted in: Wills and Estates
CLO Lawyers is a family dispute law firm – our family lawyers help people affected by separation or divorce to sort out family disputes.
We can assist you to reach agreement with your former spouse or partner on a range of issues relating to financial matters and most importantly, your children.
on Friday, 24 August 2018
| Posted in: Family Law
Whether you have been married or living as a de facto couple and regardless of the duration of your relationship, separation is a painful and disruptive time.
Negotiating and finalising property settlement arrangements can be complex and emotionally draining. While the majority of couples resolve things satisfactory and move on with their lives, it does take time.
on Tuesday, 21 August 2018
| Posted in: Property Settlement
CLO Lawyers is a divorce law firm that understands the painful and distressing responses that you may experience as a result of a relationship breakdown. We provide support and guidance to help you navigate the legal issues arising from your separation and help with information about support services you can access.
on Tuesday, 21 August 2018
| Posted in: Family Law
Child support payments are calculated according to an administrative formula that uses a shared income approach and is based on research into the cost of raising children in Australia.
on Thursday, 16 August 2018
| Posted in: Family Law
Can your ex-partner make a financial claim against the assets you divided informally after separation? 
If your settlement was not finalised in accordance with family law requirements, a second bite of the cherry is possible. And that inheritance or Oz Lotto win received after separation is up for grabs!
on Friday, 01 June 2018
| Posted in: Family Law | Property Settlement
It makes sense to plan ahead because the future is unknown. This is particularly important when considering what you want to happen beyond the end of your life.
on Friday, 11 May 2018
| Posted in: Wills and Estates
