by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Jan 23, 2025 | Family Law, News
An ICL (Independent Children’s Lawyer) can be appointed in parenting matters in which proceedings have been commenced in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. An ICL is a court-appointed, legally aided solicitor who independently acts on behalf of a child...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Jan 10, 2025 | Family Law, News
Navigating life as a separated or single parent brings its own set of challenges, which may leave you feeling exhausted and low in emotional resilience. Juggling and separating your feelings about your ex-partner with a child’s feelings about the other parent is...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Dec 11, 2024 | Family Law, News
I’m Separated… Do I need to ask for Consent to travel overseas with my Child? And how do I obtain a Passport? Many parents wish to travel with their child (or children). Travel is one of life’s greatest luxuries, however many parents do not realise the legal...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Nov 21, 2024 | Family Law, News
We frequently see situations where two parents end their relationship, and the parent who has reverted to their maiden name, or never actually took their partner’s surname to begin with, wants to know whether they can change their children’s surname. For example,...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Nov 1, 2024 | Capital Gains Tax, News
When inheriting jewellery, you might be surprised to learn it can be subject to Capital Gains Tax (CGT), just like other valuable items such as artwork, coins, and antiques. Here’s how CGT can apply to inherited jewellery, and what you need to know to manage it....
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Oct 23, 2024 | Aged Care, News
The law in NSW has evolved to improve a person’s autonomy and defend their decision-making rights. As a cognitive responsive law firm, Southern Waters Legal is at the forefront of responding to these changes, consistently looking for ways to support our client’s...
