You will have limited say in the distribution of your assets If you die without a will, you will be considered ‘intestate’ and your estate will be distributed according to a legal formula. Any wishes you may have regarding distribution of your assets will not necessarily be followed. Your children may not receive benefit of […]
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Urgent Covid-19 related matter for the Court?
If you need to make an urgent application on a family law matter during the pandemic, you should become acquainted with the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court National Covid-19 List. This is a special and new way of urgently applying to the court for determination of property and parenting matters – but is only […]
Developer Stamp Duty Update – Economic Entitlements
There have been significant stamp duty changes in Victoria dealing with “economic entitlements”. Under the new rules, a person (or company or trust) acquires an economic entitlement where they enters into an arrangement in relation to land with value exceeding $1 million and they are entitled to: share in the income, rents or profits derived […]
Annualised Wages – Changes to Awards Effective 1 March 2020
Be prepared for the important changes introduced by Fair Work effective from 1 March 2020 which will affect employees on annualised wages. There are 22 affected awards including widely used awards such as the Clerks – Private Sector Award 2010, the Hospitality Industry (General) Award 2010 and the Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award […]
Does my ex-spouse have a claim to my inheritance?
Inheritances will be considered by the Family Court during separation proceedings. But it depends on your individual circumstances whether it will be included in the pool of marital assets to be divided. Of many factors, the Court may consider: When the inheritance was received;The intention/s of the donor;The length and nature of your relationship with […]