Financial Disclosure in Property Settlement Agreements
Although it is tedious, failing to disclose a piece of relevant and material financial information could be fatal to the settlement, especially when there is a small property pool.
Although it is tedious, failing to disclose a piece of relevant and material financial information could be fatal to the settlement, especially when there is a small property pool.
Family Disputes - Relocating Parents
As lawyers, we have often had to caution clients wanting to relocate the children to another geographical area, about the prospect that the other parent could obtain a “relocation order” requiring them to come back again.
Family Disputes - Parenting Responsibilities
The use of the terms ‘custody’ and ‘access’ relating to children in the Family Court have been used for many years but have become somewhat redundant in recent times.In 2009, changes to the Family Law Act replaced the concept of ‘custody’ with ‘parenting’, to better reflect the emphasis on court orders being in the best interests of the children and not the parents.
Challenging a Will
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.
Resolution of Family Disputes
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.
Family Law and Property Settlement
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.
Divorce - Facts and FAQs
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.
Child Support
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.Property Settlement - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
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!
Don’t Put Off Until Tomorrow What You Can Do Today
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.
