by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Mar 26, 2024 | Family Law, News
As we approach the 6th of May 2024, it’s important to be aware of the significant changes to the Family Law Act that will soon come into effect. These amendments have been introduced to prioritise the wellbeing of children and streamline the legal processes. In...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Mar 5, 2024 | Family Law, News
The end of a marriage or relationship can be emotionally exhausting, leaving you feeling vulnerable and unsure about the future. Often amid all the stress and worry, many forget to take the time to look after their mental and emotional wellbeing. When you’re...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Feb 20, 2024 | Estate Planning, News
If a person has recently passed away and they left a Will, their estate could be faced with a claim against the Will. There are two main types of claims against a Will: Challenging the validity or making of the Will; and Seeking provision or further provision from...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Jan 29, 2024 | Family Law, News
Working as a lawyer takes several years of study, commitment, and a strong moral compass to navigate the ethical complexities of finding legal solutions. The prevailing reason most lawyers in our team decided to study law and thereafter work as a lawyer, is to help...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Dec 13, 2023 | Family Law, News
We recently posted a blog titled ‘Who Gets the Dog?’. We have received many questions about pets and how they can be dealt with. As such, we have created this blog to consider what options you have to determine your pet’s future post separation. 1. Binding...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Nov 30, 2023 | Family Law, News
Who Gets the Dog? Have you ever wondered what would happen to your pet in the event that you and your partner separate? Have you gone as far as actually discussing who your pets would live with, and would it be a shared-time arrangement? Approximately three quarters...