What is Hannah’s Law in Queensland? Hannah’s Law is a common name for Queensland’s recent domestic and family violence reforms that target coercive control. The reforms were introduced in stages after the death of Hannah Clarke and her three children in 2020. They...
Quick Answer: How long does divorce take in Australia? In most straightforward cases, expect about three to four months from filing to a final divorce order. Australian law requires you to be separated for at least 12 months and one day before you can apply. The...
What spousal maintenance means under Queensland family law Spousal maintenance is financial support paid by one former partner to the other after separation or divorce, when one person cannot meet their own reasonable living expenses and the other has the capacity to...
What happens to an inheritance in a Queensland divorce? When a relationship ends, many people assume an inheritance stays with the person who received it. In Queensland family law, it is rarely that simple. An inheritance can affect a property settlement, whether it...
What a de facto relationship means under Queensland family law De facto separation QLD concerns often begin with one question: does the law recognise the relationship in the first place? Many people in Toowoomba are surprised to learn that family law can apply even if...
