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Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (“FCFCOA”)
On 1 September 2021, Australia’s federal court system amalgamated into the Federal Circuit Court and Family Court of Australia (“FCFCOA”) under the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Act 2021. Previously, the federal court system operated through two separate…
Purchasing a second-hand vehicle – what do I need to know?
When the COVID-19 pandemic first hit, car companies around the world experienced significant delays and shortages in their productions. As a result, the price of second-hand vehicles increased significantly. If you are purchasing a second-hand vehicle, there are a few…
Your guide to dealing with workplace bullying and harassment
In April 2019, the South Australian Commissioner for Equal Opportunity presented the Attorney-General with a final review of the ‘Review of Harassment in the South Australian Legal Profession’. This Review offered a damning insight into the prevalence of workplace bullying…
Binding Financial Agreements – what am I actually signing?
Binding Financial Agreements (“BFA”) are often colloquially referred to as a ‘pre-nup’ or ‘pre-nuptial agreement’. Simply put, a BFA enables married or de facto couples to enter into a legally binding contract that clearly sets out how their financial affairs…
Tough new domestic violence laws
In Australia, domestic violence is a major health and welfare issue. However, we often fail to comprehend the depravity and extent of domestic violence as we often revert to the safety of “out of sight, out of mind’. To truly…
Consumer rights for Christmas shopping
As the 25th of December rapidly approaches, we often find ourselves frantically trying to complete our last minute Christmas shopping. Now imagine this. You finish all your shopping by 10:30pm Christmas Eve and all presents are wrapped and under the…
Yorke Peninsula lawyers supporting local needs
Christmas is a time of year that we often take for granted. We often find ourselves consuming unimaginable amounts of food, giving and receiving presents and spending time with our love ones. However, this time of year also highlights the trials…
Dramatic changes to Probate
By the end of 2018, the legal profession in South Australia will have experienced a dramatic change. Probate is turning digital. As of the 26th of November 2018, the Probate Registry will have completely transitioned to an online system for…
My ex-partner is not returning our child: What do I do?
If your ex-partner is not returning your child or not disclosing their whereabouts, despite your parenting arrangement, you should consider seeking a Recovery Order. If you’ve found yourself in this situation, please consider the following. Is the child in immediate…
Disputes with tradies or builders – What are my rights?
Australia has a highly regulated building and renovation industry to ensure safe and quality work. However, there are some instances where the tradesperson or builder has provided a poor service. Given the amount of money you are paying for the…
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