Updating your Will when you have remarried or repartnered can be a tricky issue to navigate. You are likely trying to simultaneously achieve the follo...
What are Granny Flat Agreements? 5 things to consider
Living on your own can sometimes be difficult. In our practice as estate planning lawyers, we meet clients who, as they get older, find that managing ...
Our top tips for a successful Family Law mediation
Mediation is a key feature of the family law system, and we have extensive experience acting for clients in mediations both prior to and after court p...
What is the ‘Duty of Disclosure’ in Family Law proceedings?
In family law proceedings, each party has an obligation to disclose certain information.
Alternatives for supervised contact in Family Law
In parenting matters where there are allegations of risk of harm to the children, it's not uncommon that the party alleging the risk may seek that the...
I’m purchasing a property. How does the 2021 Federal Budget help me?
With the local property market booming, purchasing a property, particularly if it’s somewhere you are hoping to live, can seem daunting. On 11 May 2...
How can I protect myself online after separation?
When people separate, some of the biggest concerns are usually finding alternative accommodation, negotiating initial parenting arrangements and sorti...
Can I keep a pet in a Strata Scheme?
When moving house, ensuring that your new accommodation is suitable for the whole family is a given. For pet owners, this consideration also extends t...
Gaslighting – is it a form of domestic violence?
Reality TV is a controversial issue and one which even divides the team here at Berryman Partners. Whether you love ‘em or hate ‘em, shows such ...
The significance of regularly updating your Will
As the recent case of Moore v Aubusson heard in the Supreme Court of New South Wales highlights, regularly updating your Will is a process that ensure...