by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Nov 22, 2023 | Family Law, News
When people think of addressing a property settlement in light of their separation, they often think of addressing items such as the family home, cars, bank accounts and the like. However, a less commonly considered asset that can be divided as part of a family law...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Nov 13, 2023 | Family Law, News
It’s possibly one of the most difficult aspects of a separation: co-parenting with your not-so-significant other. As a divorced mother of four-year-old twins, I am no stranger to co-parenting (or attempts at it). Here are some tips collated from my own experience as...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Sep 12, 2023 | Family Law, News
Choosing a Family Lawyer is a crucial decision, here are 5 things to consider: 1. Expertise Ensure your lawyer specialises in Family Law. They should be familiar with the complexities and nuances of this field. Seeking the assistance of an accredited specialist in the...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Jul 12, 2023 | Estate Planning, News
Jason leads an exceedingly comfortable yet ultimately shallow existence, until his billionaire grandfather Howard ‘Red’ Stevens, from whom Jason was estranged, passes away and leaves Jason an inheritance. The catch? Jason must complete 12 separate tasks within a year...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Jul 10, 2023 | Estate Planning, News
If you’ve read Part 1 of this mini-series then you should have a general idea about what a conditional gift is, what grounds you can challenge it on and what it means if you’re successful in your challenge when the conditional gift is based on a condition precedent...