Family Law

As family lawyers in Perth, we often get the question “are prenuptial agreements binding in Australia?”. So we’ve put together a concise guide to prenuptial agreements – called Binding Financial Agreements in Australia – and whether they are legally binding in Australia. Are Prenuptial Agreements Binding In Australia? What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial […]

Under Australian Family Law, people in de facto relationships have the identical rights as married people when separating. When it comes to the splitting of assets, the same laws apply to both de facto and married couples in all states. Until recently in WA however, the laws regarding the splitting of superannuation for de facto

We know that not everyone can afford to engage a family lawyer to represent themselves during a divorce. So our team of family lawyers in Perth have put together our essential tips for representing yourself in Family Court. If you are representing yourself in Family Court, make sure you read this blog and take note

As family lawyers in Perth, we get a lot of enquiries from clients who tell us that their ex has stopped paying child support. It can be a stressful experience especially if you rely on regular child support payments from your ex to provide for your children’s basic needs. What can you do if your

Your first meeting with a family lawyer can seem like a daunting prospect, but a great family lawyer should be able to make you welcome and at ease from the very start of your meeting. If you’re wondering what to expect at your first meeting with a family lawyer, we’ve put together this short guide

Child support is one of the areas we get asked the most about as family lawyers in Perth. Here are some of the most common questions about child support answered by our team at Hickman Family Lawyers. 8 Common Questions About Child Support What Is Child Support? Child support is an ongoing payment made by

Are you wondering how to go about contesting a restraining order? Being served with a restraining order can be a stressful experience, but you do have options when it comes to how to respond. One option is to accept it, but you can also choose to contest the restraining order. Here’s what you need to

When is it time to see a family lawyer? You might think the only time you need to consult with a family lawyer is when you decide to get divorced. However, there are other times in life when a consultation with a family lawyer might be extremely useful. Here are 4 different situations where it

What is an independent children’s lawyer? Find out more about what an independent children’s lawyer is, and how they might be able to help your child. What is an Independent Children’s Lawyer? An Independent Children’s Lawyer (ICL) is a qualified lawyer usually appointed by the Family Court to represent the interests of a child or

A question we’re often asked as family lawyers in Perth, is ‘is my ex entitled to my superannuation?’. Here’s what you need to know about what happens to your superannuation when you separate or divorce. How is superannuation treated in a divorce? Under Australian Family Law, superannuation is considered as an asset, making it permissible