If you enter into, or are currently involved in, family court proceedings, in respect of property matters, you cannot “protect” your money, other assets or financial resources in the sense of “hiding” these from your estranged spouse. Transparency is essential in...
Joe and Leanne recently attended a business breakfast hosted by Marcellin Business Network. Michael presented an engaging and interactive keynote presentation talking about all the challenges and opportunities facing Australia Post in the digital economy. The...
What types of mediation exist? There are numerous types of mediation including Private Mediations, Case Assessment Conferences and Conciliation Conferences, as well as less formal mediation processes for parenting matters. In parenting matters, mediation...
All Pearsons staff were joined by other members of the profession and our colleagues and friends for our first Cancer Council “Biggest Morning Tea” at our Glenroy office on Friday 25 May 2018. We shared delicious baked goods which were provided by our staff members...
1. What do I first do when I separate in relation to the children? Whilst this largely depends on the circumstances of your separation, it is important to consult with a lawyer as soon as possible after your separation, or even if you are simply contemplating...
1. Can I apply for an intervention order after hours? Applications can be made outside of Court operating hours by members of the police force. A police officer who responds to a family violence incident may apply to another police officer, who is of the rank of...
Although you should obtain consent from your former partner before any international travel much will depend on where the children’s passports are located. You will require the children’s passport details to book airfares for international travel and for visa...
Who pays the costs? As a general rule parties to Family Law proceedings pay their own costs. The exception to this rule occurs when a Court order is made for one party to pay the other party’s costs. A party can make an application for this type of order to be made...