How to get a divorce if Ex does not want to Divorce? Many couples choose to make a joint application for Divorce but what if you ex will not agree or you do not know where they are? In such circumstances you can make a sole Application for Divorce. There are some different steps that … Read more
Welcome to CLT Family Law A little bit about Carmel…. Carmel was born in Queensland and grew up in Queensland and the Northern Territory. She has lived in Queensland, Northern Territory and Western Australia. Carmel moved to Townsville from Brisbane during Covid to be closer to and to support her parents and grandmother. For hobbies, … Read more
This week changes to the Family Law Act 1975 came into effect. These changes relate to parenting matters. There has been no changes to financial matters. The major changes include: To read more about the changes, please review the Attorney-General’s Department – Family Law Changes from May 2024 – Factsheet for parents and parties. This … Read more
I will often meet with clients who will say to me “I don’t want to include superannuation in a property settlement” or “John worked hard for his superannuation, I don’t want to touch it”. Usually in discussing this further with the client, I will discover that the client will not have given consideration to all … Read more
This is one of the most often questions I get asked in relation to children’s matters. My quick response is “when they turn 18 and they are an adult” but I this isn’t the answer to the question being asked so I go onto to elaborate my response. As a parent making decisions about your … Read more
The need or want to choose a new school for children after separation can arise in multiple scenarios including: For most families this should be a decision that parents should be encouraged to consult with each other about, as education and schooling is a major long term issue. For some families this is not an … Read more
Unfortunately, over the years I have seen too many clients who have worked out an agreement regarding their financial/property settlement with their ex and “shook hands on the deal” or perhaps they might have written out the agreement on a piece of paper and both signed it. Then at a later date their ex reneges … Read more
My former spouse wants to do a property settlement. What should I do? You have been separated for days, weeks, months or even years and your former spouse has now contacted you and asked you discuss a property settlement. Maybe you have thought about it or maybe you are still processing the relationship ending or … Read more
Getting the most out of your first appointment with a family lawyer For some clients seeing a lawyer for the first time can be a daunting experience and you may be nervous or anxious (not just because of the appointment but because of what’s happening in your life). To help you ease your nerves or … Read more
Opening Special Have you been wanting to divorce your former spouse but unable to afford a lawyer to prepare the Application for Divorce? CLT Family Law is offering preparation of an Application for Divorce for $550* (conditions apply). This price includes: Excluded Additional Services Available Sometimes your divorce application is a little more complicated. Perhaps … Read more
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