I Have Been Served With a Court Claim? What Should I Do?
If you have been served with a court claim (often called a Statement of Claim), the most critical thing to do is act immediately. You typically have only 28 days from the date you were served to file a formal response with the court. Most importantly, don’t panic. Read the documents carefully: Identify the plaintiff […]
Have You Been Left Out Of Will? Family Provision Claims
The death of a family member is a difficult time which can put a strain on relationships or deepen existing tensions. If the deceased person’s Will doesn’t make adequate provision for you, or if you are left out entirely, it can be even more stressful. If you find yourself in this situation, you may have […]
Protecting the Family Company During Divorce? Should You Commence a Derivative Action?
Whilst manoeuvring through separation or divorce, it is not uncommon for issues relating to a company run by co-directors to also become involved in a family law dispute regarding the operation of the company and/or the monies received from it. Many directors, shareholders, and other company officers—whether involved in a family law dispute or not—are […]
How Can I get sole occupancy of the home after separation?
Separating from your de facto partner, husband, or wife can be challenging—especially when it comes to deciding on living arrangements. In most cases, one party moves out of the family home, leaving the other in the residence. However, there are situations where both parties continue living under the same roof after separation. Living separately under […]