by Erika Hanrahan | 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 Erika Hanrahan | 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 Erika Hanrahan | 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...
by Erika Hanrahan | Oct 9, 2024 | Family Law, News
Early inheritances and gifts towards adult children are increasingly common as the generational wealth gap widens over time. Can such inheritances and gifts be protected in the event of a separation? We are often approached from both: 1. Parents who intend to give...
by Erika Hanrahan | Sep 16, 2024 | Family Law, News
Historically, furry friends were given little consideration with respect to formalising a settlement following the separation of a couple. They were generally classified as property and if they were included in a settlement at all, they were considered to be a...
by Erika Hanrahan | Sep 5, 2024 | Family Law, News
As family lawyers, we are often told by our new incoming clients that their ex-partner is a “true narcissist” or that their psychologist has warned them that the examples they have been provided as to their ex-partner’s behaviour lend the psychologist to believe their...
