by Michael Rodrigues | Apr 2, 2024 | General
When a relationship that involves children breaks down, it is vital for the needs of the children to receive significant consideration. For this reason, couples who are separated and in the process of divorcing are strongly encouraged to cooperate and make decisions...
by Michael Rodrigues | Mar 29, 2024 | General
Mediation and arbitration are both dispute resolution processes that serve as an alternative to litigation. Mediation is often the first attempt to resolve differences before more formal processes occur; and, is also the quickest and least costly way to settle...
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 My Legal Crunch Staff | Apr 1, 2022 | General
What is Step-Parent Adoption? Step-parent adoption is a way of formalising the parent-child relationship. You can adopt your step-parent’s child from another marriage, or you can adopt your stepchild where their birth parents are no longer in the picture. Your child...
