You’ve been served!

A guide for professionals on what to do if you’ve been served with a family law subpoena We often receive calls from accountants, financial advisors, counsellors, business owners and other professionals asking us what they should do after being served with a subpoena...

What happens to my super when I die?

As a wills and estates solicitor I often hear the statement “I don’t have any assets, so I don’t need a will”. This couldn’t be further from the truth.  I often respond with the following questions. Me: “Do you work?” Friend: “Yes” Me: “Do you have super?” Friend:...

Co-parenting through the chaos of Christmas time

Having assisted countless families over more than a decade as a family lawyer, I have observed that Christmas time can be a particularly stressful period for separated parents.  Not only are there the usual stresses – buying the perfect gifts, arranging a...

The Ghost of Christmas Past

Estrangement from a child may still entitle them to more than just a lump of coal from your estate Christmas is a time when we reflect on the year that has been; we celebrate our triumphs and acknowledge our tribulations.  It is often a time for forgiveness and new...