PART 1 – Documenting a Property Settlement So you and your partner have decided to separate. You jointly decide that you won’t engage lawyers. You’ve discussed how to divvy up your assets and liabilities and finally reached an agreement after months of argy-bargy. You’ve written it all down and both signed the piece of paper. […] Read More
One issue that may arise upon separation is an allegation that one party has “wasted” or otherwise reduced the asset pool for division through behaviour such as gambling or risky investments. If you are seeking divorce due to gambling addiction or a failed business venture, for example, will the Court take these allegations into account when dividing the assets between the parties? Read More
When we first meet a new client to discuss a family law property dispute their focus may be to retain legal ownership of their property, pursue a claim for an equitable interest in property or the goings-on of their former spouse or partner. However, a client’s best strategy in the beginning may be to focus on their own financial affairs. Read More
‘Summary of Property Settlements: Lengthy Separation Before Trial’, September 4 2015, presented by Peter Carew at the Legalwise Family Law Seminar. Read More
Most of our conveyancing clients come to us once the Contract of Sale has already been signed. It is a rare treat when a client contacts us before having purchased a new property. With this reality in mind, this blog is aimed to provide a brief introduction or guide for prospective purchasers currently navigating the property market on their own. Of course, we highly recommend that you contact a solicitor for advice before purchasing a property, but in the event that you do not take this path, here are just a few tips. Read More