What are the Benefits of Consent Orders? By Ward Keller | September 2024 Author | Partner, Andrew Elliott Consent orders offer several benefits, particularly in the context of resolving disputes and formalising agreements between separating or divorcing couples. Here are some key advantages: Legally Binding and Enforceable Consent orders are court-approved, making them legally binding….
Should I Engage In Mediation? By Ward Keller | September 2024 Author | Partner, Andrew Elliott Family Law matters can be stressful, given that they often involve sensitive and personal issues. Mediating in family law matters offers numerous benefits, including: Cost-Effectiveness Mediation is generally less expensive than going to court due to lower legal fees…
Fort Collins, Colorado, USA – Lawyers Associated Worldwide (LAW) is pleased to announce its membership has elected Australian lawyer Leon Loganathan to serve as Chairman of the international legal network. Members have also chosen Canadian lawyer Celso Boscariol to lead as Vice Chairman. Both were selected to two-year terms at the 2022 Annual General Meeting…
Domestic Violence Orders can be made by a court in Australia for a period of time that they deem to be appropriate. This decision will be influenced by the risk factors involved, the Application itself and the age of any children listed as protected persons on the Application. The most common length of time that…
The imposition of a domestic violence order (DVO) against perpetrators of family violence is an important tool available to police and the Court to combat the presence of a growing social problem. There has been a strong focus in the media in recent years and the Northern Territory Government have recently appointed the first Minister…
Family law disputes can be emotional, confusing, and stressful. Unfortunately, personal anecdotes or advice from friends and family can make the family law process even harder. Whilst given with good intentions, this ‘backyard’ advice can lead to many misconceptions and can make it difficult to decipher between fact and fiction. Ward Keller is passionate about…
Do I have to participate in an interview with Police if I get arrested? The short answer is No. Let’s look at this more closely. If you get arrested, there are probably many thoughts and emotions you will encounter. There might be anger, shock or disappointment initially. You might also think of how you can…
Consent Orders Have you reached an agreement about parenting or property with your former partner? Do you want to resolve your matter formally without going to court? Ward Keller is passionate about resolving your family law matter as effectively and painlessly as possible, without resorting to costly litigation. If you and your former partner have…
Interest on Body Corporate Levies The recent decision of Richard Bruxner, president of the Northern Territory Civil and Administrative Tribunal (“NTCAT”) in MacNaughton v The Proprietors – Unit Plan 91/181 has put a spotlight on whether a Body Corporate can charge a unit holder interest on overdue contributions and levies.[1] The Unit Titles Schemes (Management…
In early 2018, Darwin recorded the highest vacancy rate, at an astonishing 21.6 percent, across all Australian office space markets three years in a row. Commercial landlords cannot afford to get caught out over any mistakes that could have been easily avoided by obtaining legal advice prior to entering into a new lease with a…
