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Should You Get a Prenup? What Binding Financial Agreements Cover 13.08.25 Learn how Binding Financial Agreements (prenups) work in Australia and how Ramsden Family Law can help protect your assets and future with expert legal guidance.

What Happens to Pets After Separation? 12.08.25 Discover how pet custody is handled in Australia post-separation. Learn about your legal rights and how Ramsden Family Law can help protect your bond with your pet.

Inheritance and Property Settlements - Can Your Ex Claim Your Inheritance? 12.08.25 Learn how inheritances are treated during property settlements in Australia and how to protect yours with expert legal advice from Ramsden Family Law.

Pet Custody - New Amendments to the Family Law Act 07.08.25 10 June 2025 saw the Family Law Amendment Act 2024 come into effect. As a result, this has enabled a new framework for determining ownership of pets in property settlements. This article will delve into parties’ new rights for pet custody in the family law courts.

Protecting Children in Family Law 07.08.25 While courts typically encourage a child’s relationship with both parents, this article explores situations where the court determines that no time or contact is within the child’s best interests. Through recent case law, it explores the legal principle and threshold that guide these rare but necessary decisions.

Protected Confidence in Australian Family law 07.08.25 The 2025 amendments to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) introduce protected confidences, allowing courts to restrict sensitive information—such as counselling, medical, or specialist support records—from being disclosed if it could harm a party or child. These orders balance the need for therapeutic privacy with procedural fairness, weighing potential harm against the evidence’s value.

Is it a Gift or a Loan? Protecting Family Money in Property Settlements 05.08.25 When relationships end, disputes often arise over whether financial help from parents was a gift or a loan. This distinction can significantly impact property settlements. Understanding how the Court treats these contributions is key to protecting your family’s resources. This article explores how the Court determines whether financial help from parents is a gift or a loan, and how that decision can impact property settlements after separation.

The Rules of Evidence in Family Law 16.07.25 In this article, we delve into how family law evidence in Australia is guided by the Family Law Act, Evidence Act, and court rules. Common forms include affidavits, documents, disclosures, and expert reports. Evidence must be relevant to be admissible.

Understanding Property Settlements in De Facto Relationships 09.07.25 Dividing property after the breakdown of a de facto relationship can be a confusing and complex process, often raising difficult questions about each party’s entitlements. A recent decision by the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia underscores just how intricate these issues can be and illustrates how the court applies the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) in property settlement matters.

Divorce with Overseas Property - How the Family Court Handles Foreign Assets 17.06.25 At Ramsden Family Law, our experienced family lawyers are here to provide clarity on how foreign assets are treated under Australian family law and how to safeguard your global financial interests during divorce.

Recognising Domestic Violence - Legal Definitions & Your Rights in Australia 17.06.25 At Ramsden Family Law, we believe knowledge is power. If you’re feeling unsafe in a relationship, understanding what constitutes domestic violence in Australia is a vital first step in protecting yourself and those you love.

How Property Settlements Work After a Short vs. Long-Term Relationship 17.06.25 The Court may also consider factors such as children, financial dependence, and cohabitation when assessing the depth and seriousness of a relationship. This is especially relevant for de facto couples, whose relationships may not involve marriage but are still recognised under the law.