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 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 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...
Grandparent Rights
Grandparent Rights June 4, 2015 by Clewett Grandparents Rights post a parent separation Divorce is a very traumatic time for a family and it affects everyone – the couple, the children, family friends, and of course, the grandparents. Grandparents can provide a haven...
Surrogacy Rights
Surrogacy Rights May 26, 2015 by Clewett Surrogacy – what are your rights? A surrogacy arrangement is between a woman (the birth mother) and another person or couple (the intended parents) where the birth mother agrees to become pregnant with a child for the intended...
The Basic Facts and FAQs
The Basic Facts and FAQs April 23, 2015 by Clewett Divorce – The Basic Facts If you want a divorce, or are in the process of end your marriage, it is important to seek legal advice, especially if you have children and joint property. In Queensland, all applications...
