LAW TALK
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Law Talk is where we share insights, updates, and practical tips across all areas of law we practise. Whether you’re navigating a family matter, planning your estate, or looking for guidance on property or commercial issues, our blog is here to keep you informed – without the legal jargon.
Coronavirus and Co-parenting – 4 tips for separated parents
Be on top of school news Many schools have already closed their doors due to scares about the spread of coronavirus. It is likely that schools will continue to close and/or stay closed. Make sure you are on your...
Death and Superannuation
Superannuation is becoming one of the largest (if not the largest) asset a person holds at the time of their death. Given your superannuation must be paid out upon your death, it is important to consider how this money...
Make this the year to sort your Estate Plan
Is one of your new year resolutions to get on top of your life admin? Do you have up to date estate planning documents? Australians are generally pretty good at making sure they have adequate insurances to cover...
Why we love working in Cronulla
Southern Waters Legal is conveniently located at the end of the Kingsway opposite North Cronulla Beach. We love the location and are lucky to have everything at our doorstep from amazing sandy beaches to fabulous food...
7 spots to cool off in the Sutherland Shire this summer
With the warmer weather now here and summer on its way, it’s hot and you want to cool off. Why not try a different spot next time you head down for a swim? Here’s some refreshing ideas: 1. Darook Park |...
Collaborative Family Law
In our Family Law video series we discuss the common questions we get asked by our clients. In this video Georgia and Leona discuss Collaborative family law and if this is the right approach for your matter. ...
Avoiding the court process
In our Family Law video series we discuss the common questions we get asked by our clients. In this video Georgia and Leona discuss avoiding the court process in a family law matter. If you are going through the...
How does Divorce work?
In our Family Law video series we discuss the common questions we get asked by our clients. In this video Georgia and Leona discuss how does divorce work and is this the ‘messy’ part of the process? If...
How to manage your debtors in practice
Cash flow is a crucial element to the growth and stability of a business. It is important to ensure that you have access to such cash when you need it. Often, this cannot occur for some businesses because of existing...
3 Essential Documents in your Estate Plan
A basic estate plan should have 3 essential documents including a Will, Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship. As you can see from the diagram below, a Will covers your assets in the event of your death whereas...
Apps for separated parents
When parents are separated, communicating with each other can sometimes be difficult. Emotions are high and arrangements need to be made for the children but parents are still human and still feel the hurt associated...
Tips on how to behave in Court
Stepping into a Courtroom can be a daunting prospect. It’s very formal, there are rules of etiquette to be followed and just generally you probably don’t want to be there. If you do find yourself in a Courtroom, then...
What is the best way to document my parenting agreement with my Ex?
If you have reached an agreement with your ex-partner regarding arrangements for your children, there are 2 ways that you can document that agreement, specifically: Parenting Plan; or Consent Orders. Both...
When is it OK to introduce my kids to my new partner?
Separation is difficult. Separation when there are children involved is incredibly difficult because parents have precious little lives and feelings to manage and consider. One of the challenges as a separated parent...
What happens if I electronically transfer funds to the wrong account?
In this age of technology, money is being transferred electronically on a daily basis. We pay our bills, we transfer money to our friends for dinner and we help out our family. More and more, this is happening by way...
The 5 most common mistakes family law clients make
Going through a separation can be one of the most challenging times a person will experience. It is challenging both emotionally and financially and the challenges faced by parties going through a separation can...
10 tips to communicate better with your ex
It is no secret that communication is the key to a healthy relationship. However, communication is also key to a healthy (insofar as it can be healthy) separation. A breakdown in communication during a relationship...
How to organise Mother’s Day with your former partner
This weekend is Mother’s Day, a day that most children recall with fondness in their later years. Unfortunately, for separated parents it can be a difficult day to navigate. To avoid any stress or conflict on the day,...
Skipping out on child support – what are the consequences?
When parents separate, it is very common for one parent to pay child support to the other to assist in financially supporting the children of the relationship. In lots of circumstances, the payment of child support is...
We have separated – who moves out?
When parties separate, a very common question is, who moves out of the family home? Another common question is, my friends have told me I need to stay in the house, is that true? In reality, nobody actually has to...