Family Law Brisbane

Problems while Drafting A Will? Your last Will and Testament are perhaps the most important document you will ever sign. As the nature of this document is so important, it is necessary to ensure drafting a will is done correctly so any assets collected over your lifetime are properly accounted for. Assets such as superannuation, life insurance, and shares of jointly held assets (such as the family home) do not automatically fall into your estate when you pass away. Furthermor

Electronic Signatures in Australia In today’s society, most documents used in day-to-day business can now be filled out and signed electronically. The Electronic Transactions (Queensland) Act 2001 (ETA) is the legislation that governs the permitted use of electronic signatures. Although the ETA does not include a comprehensive definition of what constitutes an ‘electronic signature, this term usually encompasses images displaying the person’s signature, typed name, or some ot

Do it for the kids. Separation and divorce are tough on everybody involved, and it can be even harder on children. While adults are often struggling to understand what went wrong, the kids often have no idea why their beloved parents are separating and no longer want to live together. Here we’ll look at a few tips to try and help your children through the process. Try and Maintain a Civil Relationship Some relationships end on mutual terms, and some people even remain friends

Filing an Initiating Application for parenting orders can feel urgent and overwhelming especially when children are involved. However, many parents are surprised to learn that the Court can refuse to even accept their application if certain legal requirements are not met. One of the most common reasons applications are rejected is a failure to comply with section 60I of the Family Law Act , which governs Family Dispute Resolution (FDR). Understanding these rules before you

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CHILD VIEWS IN PARENTING ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE 0-4 YEAR AGE GROUP How the Child’s View Affects Custody Disputes? Before imposing an order,...

Coping During Separation and Divorce There are not many moments we’ll encounter in life than can be more stressful and depressing than...

‘a child support maintenance order made by a judicial authority of a reciprocating jurisdiction’ Matters to be taken into account in...

The Queensland Government has announced that the State will introduce legislation to make coercive control a criminal offense by the end...

It is common in family law proceedings for Subpoenas to be issued to third parties seeking information that is relevant to the...

James Noble is an Accredited Family Law Specialist with more than 40 years of experience as a solicitor practicing in family law. He is a...

BRISBANE FAMILY LAWYERS – INTERVIEW WITH CHARLES NOBLECharles Noble (Brisbane Family Lawyers) at James Noble Law in Brisbane interviewed...