Can You Refuse a Divorce in Australia?

Can You Refuse a Divorce in Australia? We are often asked as leaders in Family Law in Kensington whether an individual can refuse a divorce when requested from their spouse. All matters pertaining to divorce in Australia are outlined by the Family Law Act of 1975. As part of this act, individual’s are required to

What is Spousal Maintenance?

When negotiating a divorce property settlement, including settlements in same-sex divorce cases, your family lawyer in Melbourne will represent you if you require spousal maintenance – but what does this mean and why is it important? Here’s some insight. Spousal maintenance is a financial mechanism whereby one spouse provides financial support to the other. It