The process of going through a divorce is complicated enough but when you add business ownership into the mix it can become a whole lot more complex. People who own businesses and are impacted by divorce typically fall into two categories. There are businesses that are owned by one of or both of the parties […]
READ MOREHow we manage work: Our approach at Phillips Family Law
Just like every business, all law firms work differently. This is because we all have different values and skills that we put ahead of others, which creates unique working environments and cultures. In this article, Tony Phillips, the Managing Director of Phillips Family Law, shares his views about how manages his team and what is […]
READ MOREWhat happens in a divorce settlement if someone had an affair?
Infidelity is one of the key causes of divorce in Australia. When going through the separation and divorce process there can be confusion around whether or not the Court will take the affair into consideration when making decisions about your settlement. As family lawyers we are often asked about the impact of infidelity on the […]
READ MOREDivorce and the family farm: assisting your farming clients prepare for divorce
How a Farmer’s Divorce has changed in the Courts Starting out as a lawyer in the early 80’s in Toowoomba, I was exposed to cases involving the family farm from the start so farming and rural ownership of properties has been a part of my practice since the mid-eighties. A lot has changed in that […]
READ MOREA Resource for Clients Facing Separation and Divorce
If you are reading this, you are likely considering separation or you are already separated and you have some degree of concern about what to expect from the separation process. It is wise to consider your next steps. We know that it is in your interest to be aware and alert to potential issues that […]
READ MOREHas your divorce settlement stalled? How to get it back on track
When you file for divorce, there is a fair chance that you just want to get over with it as quickly as you can and get on with your life. There are cases where divorce settlements are resolved in a matter of a few months, while some families take a year or two to settle […]
READ MOREBusiness ownership and divorce – your clients need the right team
When a couple chooses to divorce it can be an emotional and complicated time. Add in business ownership and it can make the separation incredibly trying for the couple. As a family lawyer, where there is a situation of business ownership and a separation, it is important for me to get a good understanding from […]
READ MOREIdentifying & valuing the asset pool. How accountants can help.
As an accountant, you may find yourself in a situation where one party to a divorce is your client and they run a business in a company, trust or other structure. This will need to be considered as part of the property settlement asset pool so you will likely be contacted by a family lawyer […]
READ MORENegotiating a financial agreement: The processes in our toolkit
As a family lawyer, I see accountants, financial planners and commercial lawyers as playing key support roles when negotiating an outcome for clients who are separating. Accountants and planners often have long standing relationships with the parties involved, so are well-positioned to be able to give instructions to lawyers about an asset pool. They are […]
READ MOREProfessional Network Resource
We regularly write articles to help our clients and professional network so they can better understand concepts and issues surrounding the separation and divorce process. We know that it is in our interests, and yours, for you to be aware and alert to potential issues that could affect our mutual clients. It is for this […]
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