My De Facto Partner and I have Separated. Do I need to “Register” the Separation? November 23, 2011
Posted by andersonslawblog in Andersons Solicitors, De Facto Relationships, Family Law, Property Settlements.Tags: BFA, binding financial agreement, Consent orders, de facto partner, de facto property settlement, de facto relationship, pre-nuptual agreement, property settlement, same sex couples, separation certificate
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It is not necessary for you to take any positive action to register your separation.
However, you will need to make a note of the date of separation as this will be important when determining the amount of time that you have to bring a claim for property settlement pursuant to the Family Law Act.
The Work Christmas Party – Fun or Frightening? November 18, 2011
Posted by andersonslawblog in Andersons Solicitors, Criminal Law, Employment and Industrial, Motor Vehicle Accidents, WorkCover.Tags: alcohol at work functions, bullying and harassment, corporate social responsibility, employees responsibilities, employers responsibilities\, how much alcohol is too much, sexual harassment, unacceptable behaviour, work christmas parties, work parties
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Watching your alcohol intake is a great first step...
“Wine-ing” Up to Wind Down….
We can confidently say that at one stage or another most of us have either witnessed, or been a party to, the drunken and silly behaviours of a friend, family member or work mate at parties and social gatherings. Unfortunately the impression and stories will last much longer than the fun and hysterics of the evening do and the event will often be retold later and a chuckle or two shared in reminiscing. (more…)
Andersons & Green – Aiming for a Sustainable Future November 9, 2011
Posted by andersonslawblog in Andersons Solicitors, General News.Tags: green business, law firm sustainability, recycling, recycling in business, recylcing, sustainabilit
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Andersons & Green
It’s now four months into our Sustainability Policy at Andersons Solicitors. For those not in the know, after much deliberation and a load of research, we launched a Sustainability Policy from 1 July 2011. See our Facebook launch back then. (more…)
How long do I have to live in a De Facto relationship before I can claim against my partner’s property? November 2, 2011
Posted by andersonslawblog in De Facto Relationships, Family Law, Property Settlements.Tags: de facto relationship breakdown, property settlement after separation, who gets what in my marriage split
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So who gets the penthouse?
Scenario:
By early 2008 Carrie and Big had been in a relationship for six years. They are not married and do not have any children.
In mid 2008 Carrie and Big decide to buy a penthouse together. Big puts a deposit on the penthouse using his savings. Carrie has no savings, but helps pay the mortgage every month.
Do I need to formally register my marriage separation with a “separation certificate” or something similar? November 2, 2011
Posted by andersonslawblog in De Facto Relationships, Family Law, Property Settlements.Tags: apply for divorce, divorce, marriage separation, marriage separation period, separated 12 months, separation certificate
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There is no requirement to register your marriage separation, although you should make sure that you make a note of the date as this will be significant if/when you decide to apply for a divorce.
Separation occurs when one or both parties to a marriage clearly communicate to the other party that the relationship is over. (more…)
