What’s it worth?

Valuing the assets you have held as a couple is frequently a challenging initial step when figuring out a family law settlement. The experience of our Family Lawyers can help.

Family LawMarika McMahon6 July 2020property settlement, divorce, separation

Capital Gains Tax in Family Law Settlements

With the aid of a simple example Tom explains some of the issues that make splitting property a little more complex than you thought and why a family lawyer should be involved.

Family LawTom Wolff26 June 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahonproperty settlement, superannuation, div

Online mediation in Covid-19 context and beyond

Covid-19 has led to an increase in the use of video-conferencing in Family Law and elsewhere that is sure to continue beyond the pandemic.

Family LawGabrielle Howley19 June 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahoncovid-19, mediation

A level playing field for the payment of legal costs

Often when people are faced with separation, the desire to take any legal steps is dampened by fear of what it would all cost and there is fear if one party has access to more funds than the other.

Family LawOFRM Lawyers19 June 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahonlegal costs, costs, family law, family court, family law ru

Am I out of time for a property settlement?

If you are seeking a property settlement in a Family Law matter, it is important you are aware of the time limits for bringing an application.

Family LawGabrielle Howley12 June 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahonproperty orders, property settlement, time limits, divorce, de facto

Spousal Distancing - Separation under one roof during the Covid-19 pandemic

The days of proving fault in order to seek a divorce are thankfully long gone. The only condition required to be met for a divorce is the irretrievable breakdown of the relationship, which is demonstrated by 12 months of separation. But how does this work under Covid-19?

Family LawGabrielle Howley6 May 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahoncovid-19, separation, divorce, de-facto

Family Violence - What does it mean in Family Law?

You may have heard reports of Family Violence being on the increase under Covid-19 restrictions. Sam McGee explains that “violence” under the law mean more than just physical harm.

Family LawOFRM Lawyers20 April 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahonfamily violence, covid-19, family law

Can I get out of my property settlement?

Many people are wondering if the environment under Covid-19 means they are able to change their Family Law property settlement. Sam McGee shares why Courts are usually reluctant to do so.

Family LawOFRM Lawyers15 April 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahoncovid-19, property orders, property settlement, family law, family law act, family law rules, family

Introducing PP500 - Small Property Pool Procedure

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the family law courts have been introducing practice directions of special measures in response to this evolving situation.

Family LawTom Wolff2 April 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahoncovid-19, family law, family court, property orders, property settlement

Covid-19 and Co-parenting Family Law Matters during a pandemic - A Fact Sheet

There are many questions about co-parenting in the current pandemic environment. This fact sheet will answer many of them for you.

Family LawGabrielle Howley2 April 2020O'Farrell Robertson McMahoncovid-19, family law, family law rules, family law act, co-parenting, parenting arrangements, parenting orders, parenting, fact sheet

Family Law in an Economic Downturn

Worried about the impact Covid-19 will have on Family Law assets. There is help at hand.

Family LawMarika McMahon2 April 2020covid-19, family law, family court, family law act, property settlement

Enforcing a property order

When Family Law Property Orders are finalised, compliance can be a problem. The steps you can or should take to enforce compliance vary depending on the situation.

Family LawGabrielle Howley26 February 2018O'Farrell Robertson McMahonproperty settlement, property orders, court orders

Time Limits for a property settlement - Am I out of Time?

Be aware there are deadlines for property settlements which differ if you are in a married or de facto relationship.

Family LawOFRM Lawyers1 December 2017O'Farrell Robertson McMahonfamily court, family law act, divorce, de-facto, property settlement

Can I join in? Applications for parenting orders by a third-party

Any person concerned about the care of a child, their welfare or development can see Orders but do need to speak with their lawyer first.

Family LawGabrielle Howley10 November 2017O'Farrell Robertson McMahonparenting orders, parenting, parenting arrangements, family law, family law act

Duty of Disclosure

You have a duty to disclose throughout your Family Law proceedings all information that has a financial bearing on your matter.

Family LawMarika McMahon3 November 2017O'Farrell Robertson McMahondisclosure, duty of dislosure, family law rules, property settlement, de facto

Family Reports explained

Independent family reports help all parties determine what is best for the children in a family law matter.

Family LawMarika McMahon27 October 2017O'Farrell Robertson McMahonchild, child support, children, separation, family report, family law

But are they telling the truth?

In Family Law proceedings sometimes there is a churning of the stomach as to whether the other party is being honest and providing all the information they need regarding their assets and liabilities.

Family LawMarika McMahon20 October 2017O'Farrell Robertson McMahonfamily court, property settlement