We all love our pets (especially us). But where do they go in a relationship breakdown? It’s common for people to ask the Court to treat their pets like children when it comes to making Orders. However, there are currently no processes for determining who keeps ownership of the family pets. …
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The Reasons Family Law Firms Use Trust Accounts
Law Firms are required to hold and manage client funds separate to the firms everyday operating funds, which is why client funds are held in a company Trust Account. What is the purpose? Primarily, to protect the clients’ funds by keeping these funds separate to the firms’ general funds, …
How do Valuations Assist Family Law Matters
It is common for spouses to have a dispute over the value of assets such as real estate, motor vehicles, boats, jewellery and even business interests. Without evidence as to the value of the asset, an objective valuation report from an experienced and reputable professional can provide key details …
