Prenuptial Agreements
Author: Paul Doolan
In sweeping changes to the Family Law Act made 27 December 2000, prenuptial agreements became part of Australian law. The effect of these agreements is to allow people to “contract out” of the property and maintenance provisions of the Family Law Act.
Confusion Reigns Supreme - The Family Court grapples with Superannuation
Author: Paul Doolan
The Family Court now has the power to split funds. But how, and in what circumstances will they do it?
Confusion Reigns Supreme - The Family Court grapples with Big Money Cases
Author: Paul Doolan
Should the Family Court approach "big money" cases in a manner different to house and garden cases? When should "Special Skills" be recognised?
Now you see it, now you don't - Add-Backs and Notional property in Family Law
Author: Paul Doolan
What happens if a party wastes or gambles away matrimonial assets? When should the Court add money back into the pool? |