Prenuptial agreements, commonly referred to as prenups (or pre-nups), and legally known as Binding Financial Agreements, are intended to protect the property rights of an individual if a...
Many years ago the word ‘god’ in godparent was quite literal. They were appointed by parents to help ensure the child’s admission into the church and guide them through spiritual enlightenment. ...
It can be incredibly difficult to leave a situation where someone close to you is being abusive or making you feel unsafe. In these situations the first thing you should do is make sure you’re safe,...
When relationships break down, disputes over property can be difficult to solve. Often there’s a few items that neither party can bear to let go of, whether that’s a record collection, a car, home...
It pays to be smart and think ahead, even when it comes to love. That’s why more and more Australians are getting prenuptial agreements when they enter a relationship or before they get married. But...
Being served an intervention order can be a very difficult time for everyone involved. Whichever side you’re on you may be wondering how long will this intervention order last? Can it be changed if...
More than 12,000 intervention orders are applied for each year in Victoria. If you’ve been served with one that you believe is incorrect or unfair, you may be wondering - how can I remove an...
Parents may change their child’s name for many reasons, most often after a marriage or relationship breakdown. If you want to make the change, the good news is that it’s possible, provided you jump...
Losing a de facto partner is an incredibly difficult thing to go through, regardless of the circumstances. While it may be the last thing on the bereaved’s mind, there will come a time when the...
