Author: Simone Green

  People are often confused regarding the process of separation, divorce and property settlement. Following the breakdown of a relationship, people commonly say ‘I’m going through a divorce’ or ‘we are getting a divorce’ as those...

Things don’t always go as planned in life. Whether you’re looking for some certainty in the way decisions will be made for you in the future or are just taking some proactive steps to manage your estate, it is important that you are informed about...

Capacity and Family Law – how a litigation guardian can help? We usually think of legal ‘capacity’ in terms of whether a person can understand the nature and effect of signing a legal document such as a last Will. What happens however when a...

Ownership of property, it’s not what you think! When it comes to ownership of property it is commonplace for couples to buy or hold real estate in the name of one partner only, either for asset protection purposes, or to keep their financial...

Sadly, family violence continues to be endemic for Australian families with an increasing number entering the family law system. Recent changes implemented in the family law court (the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia) on 28 November 2022...

Ending a marriage or de facto relationship brings many challenges, not the least of which is deciding on who gets what. In many cases, separating couples can agree on how to separate their assets but what happens when both people want to keep the same...

Harsh words are spoken, promises are broken and in the words of the old song by Grayson Hugh, love has walked out the door. Most people can make amicable arrangements for managing their financial and parenting issues post-separation without Court...

Christmas and holidays are socially idealised to evoke happiness, joy, and goodwill. The reality of the festive season for many, however, is that the season brings stress, conflict, and a host of other problems. For families experiencing divorce and...

Ending a relationship can be devastating both emotionally and financially. Streeterlaw Accredited Specialist in Family Law Simone Green shares some insights and tips in how to separate well. Each couple’s separation experience is unique to their own...

Financial Agreements, often referred to as ‘pre-nups’ can be a cost-effective and flexible legal alternative to litigation following the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship. The future comes with no guarantees however, and neither do...