Frequent Flyer Points and Divorce: Who Gets What?
Frequent Flyer Points and Divorce: Who Gets What…
Entries by Southern Waters Legal
Navigating Divorce: Five Handy Tips to co-parenting post-separation
5 Handy Tips to co-parenting post-separation…
Choosing A Family Lawyer
5 Things to consider, when choosing a Family Lawyer…
Capital Gains Tax and Family Law
When some couples separate and enter into a final property settlement, they may have to consider any potential Capital Gains Tax (CGT) implications…
Child Support, what is it and how does it work?
Child support arrangements are very important in a family law matter and there are 3 main ways to document this agreement..
Failure to Repair and Maintain Common Property in Strata
The recent NSW Court of Appeal Decision of The Owners – Strata Plan No. 74232 v Tezel [2023] NSWCA 35 (“Tezel”) determined that the two-year limitation period imposed by section 106(6) of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (“SSMA”) begins from the time at which the owner was first aware of the type of loss that is the subject of the complaint…
Preparing for your first meeting with a family lawyer
We understand that your first meeting with a family lawyer can seem very daunting, especially during a challenging and emotional time. However, taking that first step to schedule this meeting will ensure you are able to obtain clear and tailored advice as to your rights, obligations and the various pathways available to you in order to reach a fair outcome.
What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die?
You may have heard of using a Will to protect your physical assets when you pass away, but what about your digital assets? Understanding which digital assets you have ownership of may assist your friends and family with accessing them on your death. Read on to find out more…
How can I ensure my pets are looked after when I die?
As Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership you should consider the likelihood of your pet outliving you in your will…
Company Constitution
When establishing a business, it is important to consider how you would like your business’s external and internal affairs to be managed. The Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) requires a company’s internal management to be governed by either a company constitution or by the replaceable rules under section 141 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth). Read more in our latest blog…