Custody of the family pet?

Custody of the family pet?

Custody of the family pet? November 30, 2015 by Clewett Custody Battles – Who gets “Buster”? Divorce is never easy.   For some, who gets  “custody” of their much-loved pet can be a key source of anxiety. In some cases, the issue is easily resolved by taking into...
Do you have one?

Do you have one?

Do you have one? November 3, 2015 by Clewett Enduring Power of Attorney – Do you have one? Some frightening, but true stories 1. Mother locked away A mother with dementia was moved from her home by her daughter, and without the knowledge of her son who lived in the...
Where to get help?

Where to get help?

Where to get help? October 15, 2015 by Clewett Family Breakdown – Where to get help? The breakdown of any relationship is a major cause of stress, and may contribute to or trigger anxiety, depression, and other health issues. This is exacerbated when children are...
Granny Flat Arrangements

Granny Flat Arrangements

Granny Flat Arrangements September 23, 2015 by Clewett Elder Law – sharing a home with family It may seem like an obvious move to live with one of your children and their family, rather than taking the plunge and moving into a residential aged care home. At first...
Fathers’ Rights in a Divorce

Fathers’ Rights in a Divorce

Fathers’ Rights in a Divorce August 6, 2015 by Clewett Fathers’ rights in a divorce Fathers have rights, just as mothers have rights. Each parent has parental responsibility for each of their child/ren until aged 18 years, unless a court orders otherwise....
Same Sex Couples’ Rights

Same Sex Couples’ Rights

Same Sex Couples’ Rights August 6, 2015 by Clewett Family Law for Same Sex Couples Same sex couples, and their families, in Queensland have mostly the same entitlements and obligations as opposite sex de facto couples and their families. Marriage Whilst same sex...
Gifts for children

Gifts for children

Gifts for children June 24, 2015 by Clewett Gifts – what if there is a relationship breakdown? Consider this scenario: Jack and Jill gave their daughter Mary $200,000 to buy her first home. Ten years later, Mary separated from her husband Paul. Paul expected to leave...
Splitting Super

Splitting Super

Splitting Super June 23, 2015 by Clewett Superannuation Splitting post a separation Super is one of the most valuable assets a couple has, but is often a forgotten asset when it comes to property settlements. Under family law, when a marriage or de facto relationship...