Kristie Smith – Director
Matthew Kinder – Director
Rebecca Hall – Associate Principal
Chelsea Bech – Solicitor
Eileen Rifici – Office Manager/Paralegal
Beth Di Rado – Senior Paralegal
Lauren Smith – Law Clerk
What happens when parents cannot agree on child vaccination? - The topic of vaccinating children is a contentious issue. Whilst over 90% of the population in Australia over the age of 12 years are fully vaccinated, there appears to be some hesitancy in injecting those younger. The Family Court has been called in to make decisions regarding vaccinating children in the past – for vaccinations… Read more about What happens when parents cannot agree on child vaccination?
Will infidelity impact my property settlement? - There are often many reasons why a relationship may break down. Separation is tough at the best of times but can be even more emotional and messy when another party, outside the relationship, is involved. When infidelity is a contributing factor to separation, common questions asked of family lawyers often relate to property settlement and… Read more about Will infidelity impact my property settlement?
What happens if I die before my property settlement is finalised? - Many separated partners try to resolve their property settlement as soon as possible. However, there are many reasons property settlements are not finalised as quickly as parties desire. There can be long delays, particularly if you are involved in litigation in the family court. In this blog, we explore what happens if one party dies… Read more about What happens if I die before my property settlement is finalised?
Understanding the total asset pool in property settlement - In family law property settlement matters, an asset pool is the total value of all the assets of the relationship. This includes, for example, the family home, investment properties, cash in the bank, shares, cars, boats, caravans, superannuation etc. Understanding the full makeup of your asset pool is crucial to getting your fair share in… Read more about Understanding the total asset pool in property settlement