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In Western Australia if you have been in a committed relationship for two years or more there is a possibility (but no more) that your partner may take you to the Family Court of Western Australia and ask that Court to make an order about property that you or they or both of you own. If you live together the chances are...
Read moreFor many separating couples the writing was on the wall for some time and a final separation does not come as a complete surprise to either person. Whether it was a gradual process over many months or years or a particular event that led to the separation both parties often agree that separation was inevitable. However...
Read moreNow that marriage equality is here, the question on the minds of many couples who married overseas will be: “Is our marriage recognised?”
Read moreFor families living in fear of domestic violence, changes to the law around restraining orders in WA offer greater protections, writes Tindall Gask Bentley lawyers. The statistics tell an ugly, shameful truth about domestic and family violence in Australia. 1 in 5 Australian women, and 1 in 22 men, have experienced sexual...
Read moreChristmas is fast approaching. For separated families it is a potentially difficult time if former partners can’t agree over care arrangements for the children over the holiday period. If you have children with a former partner, now is the time to sort out those care arrangements. Getting a headstart on this will help avoid...
Read moreDivorce is tough, but what makes it harder is if your former partner is a narcissist – intent on dragging out the process and being a roadblock to progress and your own freedom. TGB’s family law team discusses the impact a narcissist can have on the divorce process and some tell-tale signs to look out for. Intense...
Read moreDeciding to leave your partner is never easy. Life after separation is full of uncertainties, and what stops many people from leaving a broken relationship is the fear of financial hardship. In this blog TGB’s family law team outlines potential financial safety nets for those considering separation but fear they cannot...
Read moreThe separation roller-coaster is different for everyone and can take you on unexpected twists and turns! However, there are some useful things you can do along the way to help smooth your ride. Visit the Bank Take a trip to your bank! Whilst this pointer may seem obvious, it is surprising how many issues arise in this area. Many...
Read moreDisclosure is a critical part of your separation and property settlement process, yet so few people understand what they need to do. TGB Lawyers provides this easy disclosure guide. Firstly, it’s important you get a lawyer who can guide you through the tricky process of disclosure. Going it alone will only cost you time...
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