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What happens if you commit perjury in Family Court?

In family law, a lie can derail your case, strip away credibility, and expose you to both civil consequences and criminal penalties.

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"My daughter should attend a public school, not a Christian school. My secular values are just as valid." Which case won?

Discusses recent case where Dad took legal action against Mum, seeking interim orders binding the parties in relation to the school that their daughter would attend.

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Stacks Law Firm

What is system abuse in family law?

Defines system abuse, outlines common tactics & examples, explores impacts, details courts responses & provides practical steps for gathering evidence & seeking help.

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Unified Lawyers

Is A Boyfriend Considered A De Facto Relationship?

This is a legally recognised partnership that, in many respects, puts you in the same category as a married couple.

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Unified Lawyers

Executor of a Will: How Hard Can This Role Be?

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JB Solicitors

What Is A Grant Of Probate?

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McCarthy Durie Lawyers

Contested Wills: How Hard Is It To Contest A Will?

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JB Solicitors

Parallel Parenting Plan: Is It The Parenting Style For You?

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JB Solicitors

Divorce Settlement Calculator: How Much Will You Get?

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JB Solicitors

Can You Be Bound To An Agreement Even Though It Doesn't Comply With Legislation?

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Coleman Greig Lawyers

How Is Child Support Calculated?

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Unified Lawyers

"We should have sold my mum's property years ago, but the co-executor won't move out" – which case won?

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Stacks Law Firm

Alimony vs child support: Understanding the key differences

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Unified Lawyers

It depends – Does my family discretionary trust need an appointor?

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Cooper Grace Ward

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Wills/ Intestacy/ Estate Planning

Executor of a Will: How Hard Can This Role Be?

The Will-maker should appoint a responsible executor if they want to carry out their last wishes properly.

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JB Solicitors

What Is A Grant Of Probate?

Probate provides a mechanism for notifying creditors and other interested parties about the deceased person's passing.

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McCarthy Durie Lawyers

Contested Wills: How Hard Is It To Contest A Will?

Contesting a Will reveals a lot, which may include family quarrels, which may bring out deep-rooted family issues.

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It depends – Does my family discretionary trust need an appointor?

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Cooper Grace Ward

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How The Trustee Can Remove The Appointor

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Have you reviewed your discretionary trust lately? Frequently asked questions

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Administering life interests in a changing world: construction and trustee powers in Estate of Chaddock (Deceased) [2025] NSWSC 463

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What happens if you commit perjury in Family Court?

In family law, a lie can derail your case, strip away credibility, and expose you to both civil consequences and criminal penalties.

Australia Family

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Unified Lawyers

"My daughter should attend a public school, not a Christian school. My secular values are just as valid." Which case won?

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Stacks Law Firm

What is system abuse in family law?

Defines system abuse, outlines common tactics & examples, explores impacts, details courts responses & provides practical steps for gathering evidence & seeking help.

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Unified Lawyers

Is A Boyfriend Considered A De Facto Relationship?

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Unified Lawyers

Parallel Parenting Plan: Is It The Parenting Style For You?

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JB Solicitors

Divorce Settlement Calculator: How Much Will You Get?

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Can You Be Bound To An Agreement Even Though It Doesn't Comply With Legislation?

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Coleman Greig Lawyers

How Is Child Support Calculated?

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"We should have sold my mum's property years ago, but the co-executor won't move out" – which case won?

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"My daughter should attend a public school, not a Christian school. My secular values are just as valid." Which case won?

Discusses recent case where Dad took legal action against Mum, seeking interim orders binding the parties in relation to the school that their daughter would attend.

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Stacks Law Firm

Parallel Parenting Plan: Is It The Parenting Style For You?

Parallel parenting works for high conflict ex-couple or are incompatible to reach an agreement like co-parenting.

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JB Solicitors

Divorce Settlement Calculator: How Much Will You Get?

In Australia, courts aim a settlement that is fair and reasonable, taking into account each parties' current and future earnings and resources.

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JB Solicitors

How Is Child Support Calculated?

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Unified Lawyers

"We should have sold my mum's property years ago, but the co-executor won't move out" – which case won?

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Stacks Law Firm

Alimony vs child support: Understanding the key differences

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Unified Lawyers

Navigating Appeals: The Limits Of Introducing New Evidence In Family Law

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Barry Nilsson

When Child Support Doesn't Cover The Costs – What You Can Do

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Coleman Greig Lawyers

"I signed that prenup under extreme duress, so it should be set aside." Which case won?

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Stacks Law Firm

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Powers of Attorney: Who Will You Give This To?

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JB Solicitors

Can Wills Be Contested by Family and Friends?

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What happens to your inheritance in a divorce or separation?

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PCL Lawyers

Home Affairs and the Tribunal Should Provide Logical Reasons for Their Decisions

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It Depends – Do I have a conflict of interest?

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