Divorce is never easy, but when conflict escalates, it can become emotionally and financially draining. In Australia, high-conflict divorces often involve disputes over property, finances, and parenting arrangements. With recent family law reforms introduced by the Albanese Government, new protections are in place to consider the impact of family and domestic violence in property settlements,...Read More

When facing separation or divorce, one of the most pressing concerns for parents is determining who will have parental responsibility for their child. In Australia, the laws governing parental responsibility are designed to protect the best interests of children while providing clear guidance for parents as they navigate these critical decisions. Understanding Parental Responsibility In...Read More

In recent years, there has been a growing awareness of the mental health challenges faced by men, particularly during periods of relationship breakdowns. An article published by Mantle Health[1] shed light on this issue, revealing that many men struggle with their mental well-being during family law and legal proceedings, often opting to suffer in silence...Read More

The Family Law Amendment Act 2023 (Cth) (‘Amendment Act’) proposes to change the way in which we have previously viewed Family Law frameworks. Effective as of May 2024, the changes will apply to both new and existing matters, except in the circumstances where a final hearing has commenced. This article provides an insight into the...Read More

On 19 October 2023, the Australian Parliament ushered in significant changes to family law with the passage of two crucial pieces of legislation: the Family Law Amendment Bill 2023 and the Family Law Amendment (Information Sharing) Bill 2023. These legislative updates aim to address concerns within the existing framework, particularly focusing on the welfare of...Read More

Experiencing domestic violence is never something you would wish on your loved ones. If you know if anyone struggling with domestic violence in a certain relationship, you may wonder how you can support them. It can be challenging to witness a friend or family member in an unhealthy relationship. Knowing how to assist them can...Read More

Is your will being challenged by a family member? Find out what you can do with Melmark Law to help prevent this. A refresher on wills  Wills outline how someone wants their property shared after they pass away. When there’s a will, it states how assets should be split among loved ones. Without a will,...Read More

Thinking of writing your last will and testament? Want to provide a specific asset or portion of your estate, or the entire remaining estate to your loved ones after your death? You might want to consider a Testamentary Trust. Your assets are used according to your intentions in a testamentary trust. You can also create...Read More

New bill to reshape custody battles in Australia in the most major modification to parenting arrangements since 2006. The new regulations are to eliminate the presumption of “equal shared responsibility” and replace it with seven new factors that the courts must consider.  When the controversial Howard-era legal assumption that parents have “equal shared responsibility” is...Read More

The property law experts and conveyancers at Melmark Law in Melbourne can offer you comprehensive advice to make sure your property transaction goes without a hitch.Read More