by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Apr 20, 2023 | Family Law, News
Court Filing Fees Court filing fees can be an expensive addition to an already costly time. The good news is that some people are eligible for a reduction of these fees or an exemption altogether. Court filing fees can range from $385-$625 for an application for Final...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Mar 6, 2023 | Family Law, News
Unfortunately, a number of family law matters involve what is referred to as ‘coercive control’. However, in a positive move towards protecting people navigating family violence whilst going through the process of separating from their former partner, the NSW...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Feb 24, 2023 | Family Law, News
The link between criminal and family law Unfortunately, many of those who are looking for legal advice and assistance in family law upon separation have also experienced, or are about to experience, criminal proceedings in the Local Court or District Courts. This may...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Feb 13, 2023 | Family Law, News
Couples who want financial security can enter into a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) at any time during their relationship, this is dependent upon the nature and stage of their relationship. In a Binding Financial Agreement a couple can set out how their property...
by kristy@thecollectiveco.com.au | Feb 3, 2023 | Family Law, News
Are you currently living with your partner? Are you in a committed relationship but maintain separate residences? Do you sleep at each other’s house each week but have not “officially” moved in together? Under Australian Law, de facto couples have substantially the...