Digital Estate Planning Victoria: Safeguarding Online Assets
Digital estate planning is about ensuring that your online assets are handled according to your wishes after you're gone.
Victorian Government Homebuyer Fund
The Victorian government introduced the fund in October 2021 to assist first time buyers to own their own home.
Windfall Gains Tax
A new tax, called the ‘windfall gains tax’ (WGT), applies to most land in Victoria that is rezoned after 1 July 2023. The WGT is specific to Victoria.
What Are the Benefits of Out-of-Court Family Law Settlements
In the family law arena, parties seeking a resolution to their disputes are encouraged to make genuine efforts to negotiate 'out-of-court' settlements.
Joint Tenancy & Tenants in Common – What is the difference?
Purchasing property with another person is a big decision. So, you must make sure you own the property correctly.
How to Take Care of Yourself After Marriage Breakdown
Going through a divorce or separation after a marriage breaks down can be one of the most difficult things we can experience.
At What Age Can A Child Choose Which Parent To Live With?
The weight given to a child’s wishes when it comes to their care arrangements is a complex issue and depends on the individual circumstances.
Navigating Parenting Arrangement Disputes
Parenting arrangements can be a challenging aspect of a separation or divorce, especially when both partners cannot reach an agreement.
What happens if I die without a Will?
It’s not something many people like to think about, but dying without a valid Will can have a significant impact on those left behind.
Tips for managing high-conflict co-parenting
In an ideal world, co-parenting would be harmonious, but the reality is this doesn’t happen for everyone.
What is a prenuptial agreement and should I consider one?
A prenuptial agreement is a contract between two parties in an intimate relationship, usually made before or during a marriage or de-facto relationship.
When can a parent withhold a child from the other parent?
Learn more about circumstances when a parent can withhold a child from the other parent
If you are a parent and your child has been taken by your ex
We outline the steps a parent can take in line with Australian law, to recover a child who has been unilaterally removed or has failed to be returned.
Everything you need to know about Duty of Disclosure
We explain what is Duty of Disclosure, and what documents are typically required to be disclosed in financial disputes and parenting disputes.
The impact of same sex marriage reforms on Wills
Same sex couples may need to revise any Wills prepared prior to 2017 same sex marriage reforms to ensure their spouses are legally recognised in their Wills
How to Apply for Divorce in Australia
We discuss eligibility for a Divorce in Australia, and then if you are eligible, the steps involved in gaining a Divorce.
Free resources to help you navigate separation
Tonkin Legal Group has put together 3 free on-demand webinars to help you understand the legal, financial & practical implications of separation & divorce.
What is a Family Law Financial Agreement?
Learn about the types of Family Law Financial Agreements available and if they would be applicable to your situation.
Separated parents and children at Christmas
Christmas holidays are a stressful time for separated families and children. How can you work cooperatively to benefit your children in this situation?
Transferring/Gifting Property or Money to Family Members
If you wish to gift property or cash, it is extremely important to obtain legal advice to protect those gifts in the event of a relationship breakdown.
Some useful information about Wills
Need to prepare a Will? In this post we explain some of the relevant terms used in preparing a Will and the process involved in it.
What can you do to help eliminate violence against women?
Many women are not safe from gendered violence in their own homes. This post looks at the National Plan to end the epidemic of violence against women.
Disagree on arrangements for children over Christmas break?
Options on what to do if you can't agree on arrangements for the children over the Christmas holidays.
What is a Joint Application for Divorce?
A Joint Application for Divorce is where both parties together apply to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia that their marriage be ended.
Leaving little or uneven money to your children in your will
This blog post discusses the lessons learned from a challenge to a Will which was mounted by children after the bulk of the estate was left to a second wife
What are my rights when separating from my husband?
The Family Law Act assists woman in obtaining resolution with property settlement matters, divorce, family violence, spousal maintenance and child support.
What is a separation agreement and when do I need one?
A separation agreement is an informal agreement written between a separating couple. We explain how you can document your agreement in a legally binding way
My partner has been diagnosed with a terminal illness
Your partner has just been diagnosed with a terminal illness - we discuss what you need to do to ensure you can look after them from a legal perspective.
What to do before buying a property at auction
Four things we strongly recommend you should do before buying a property at auction.
Spousal Maintenance
If a relationship breaks down, a court may order one partner to pay the other Spousal Maintenance, an amount to reduce the financial pressures of separation
I am....- I am....
Tonkin Law is committed to protecting the privacy of our clients. Our team uphold the highest protection policies to minimise risk. Read more about our policy here.
Contact us today on (03) 9435 9044
