East Coast Law Family Law Blog
Family Dispute Resolution
What is Family Dispute Resolution? Family Dispute Resolution is used to assist divorcing or otherwise separating couples to form agreements for the division of assets ...
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An Interview with our Senior Solicitor: Vicki Andrews B.Ec LLB
Vicki is our Senior Solicitor based at our Port Macquarie office.
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Have you been left out of a Will?
The loss of a family member is always a difficult time, but it can become more distressing to learn that you have not been included ...
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What is Mediation? How Does it Work? When is it Appropriate?
Mediation can be a very effective way to resolve all different types of disputes, including neighbourhood disputes, family law matters, employment issues and often estate ...
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What Does a Family Lawyer Do?
You've probably heard other people speak about "my lawyer" or "my solicitor" when telling you about their family law problems.
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Contesting Wills are you Eligible?
In NSW eligible persons can Contest a Will make what is called a Family Provision claim if they have been left without adequate provision from ...
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Whats is a Prenupital Agreement
A prenuptial agreement or pre-nup is the colloquial name for what is formally known as a 'Binding Financial Agreement' (BFA).
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What is a Testamentary Trust and their Benefits?
The definition of a testator is a person who has written and executed a last will and testament that is in effect at the time ...
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What is an Enduring Guardian?
An enduring guardian is someone you choose to make personal or lifestyle decisions for you when you can't make decisions for yourself.
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What is a Will
A will is the most important document you will ever sign it is a legal document that sets out your wishes for the distribution of ...
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Have you separated and need to make parenting arrangements for your children?
If your separation has been messy you might find it difficult to agree on parenting arrangements for your children.
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The last word in the Gerard Baden-Clay case
A Queensland Supreme Court has found that Gerard Baden-Clay will not be getting anything from his late wife’s $1,000,000.00 Estate.
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