by Michael Rodrigues | Mar 18, 2024 | General
The desire to keep most (if not all) of an inheritance is not unusual. You may feel that your ex-spouse does not deserve to benefit from the money your family members earned. However, the issue of inheritance when in dispute, is ultimately decided by the Court if...
by Michael Rodrigues | Jan 30, 2024 | General
Dealing with various aspects of the court system can be confusing and even intimidating. You can help your own cause by familiarising yourself with the proceedings such as directions hearing. What is a Directions Hearing? A directions hearing is a short...
by Michael Rodrigues | Jan 30, 2024 | General
What is a Readiness Hearing, and What is Its Purpose? In Australia, a readiness hearing is a procedural hearing for both parties in a dispute to ensure their cases are ready for trial. Typically, you will receive notice of the hearing at least two months before the...
by Michael Rodrigues | Jan 24, 2024 | Family Law
Dogs, cats, and other domestic pets are considered to be beloved family members by many Australians. As such, strong emotional attachments exist between the owner and the pet. These attachments often become the source of significant conflict regarding which ‘pet...
by Michael Rodrigues | Jan 24, 2024 | Family Law
Often, people involved in a legal dispute believe their first (and possibly only) way to settle the issue is by going to court. However, another avenue of dispute resolution is to agree to undertake mediation. What is Mediation? Mediation is a way to settle...
