Divorce is often confused with property settlement. Divorce is the legal recognition at the end of a marriage whereas property settlement deals with the division of property upon the breakdown of a relationship. In Australia, we have a no fault divorce. To be entitled to a divorce, an applicant must show that the marriage has … Continued
Separation is full of uncertainty for most couples. It is important to remember that every family law matter is different and you shouldn’t compare your circumstances to another couple. Today we are covering the top 4 myths in family law to try and clear up some uncertainty. Myth 1 – Property is divided equally This … Continued
When you visit or ring Piccardi Legal, you will be greeted by the delightful Sam. Sam has been working with Piccardi Legal for over 2 years and we love having her a part of our team. Sam brings a lot of joy and laughter to our office. We asked Sam some random questions in 60 … Continued
Going through a divorce can be one of life’s roughest passages. At times you can feel overwhelmed with emotions such as anger, sadness, depression and this might affect your capability of being able to think clearly or make good choices. You may also feel very far removed from your usual competent, thoughtful, considerate, reasonable, fair-minded, … Continued
Are you attending mediation in relation to your parenting or financial matters? Meditation is a great opportunity to obtain an outcome that is tailored to your needs and preference while saving time, money and stress that is involved with going to court. The key to a successful mediation is preparation by both parties, their lawyers … Continued