by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Feb 26, 2024 | Estate Planning & Wealth Protection, Family Law
When you create your will, you generally have what’s called testamentary freedom to decide who you gift your assets to from your estate. However, testamentary freedom is not as free as it sounds. The law imposes a notion of moral duty on all of us, asking who do...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Feb 19, 2024 | Building & Construction, Business & Private Advisory, Commercial Law, Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Estate Planning & Wealth Protection, Family Law, Family Law Succession Planning, Motorsport, Private Wealth, Property Development, Property Law, Sport, Structured Finance and Investment
The International Lawyers Network (ILN) announces its continued distinction as a ‘Band 1 Leading Law Firm Network’ in the Global Market Leaders Guide for Chambers 2024 Global Guide. This esteemed recognition highlights the ILN’s unwavering dedication...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Sep 6, 2023 | Family Law
What happens when someone who has spent a good part of their life dedicated to raising kids and making a home separates? People in this position will generally be almost entirely reliant on their spouse for financial support. So, when a separation occurs, not only...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Jun 27, 2023 | Family Law, Family Law Succession Planning
We are thrilled to announce that Head of Family Law Josephine Sergi joins the KKI partnership on 1 July 2023. Josephine’s impact on the firm and our clients has been outstanding. She has built a talented Family Law team, worked closely with the Commercial, Estates,...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Apr 18, 2023 | Family Law
It is not uncommon for families to have multiple ways to keep their family safe – from security cameras linked to phones, child tracking apps, Find my Phone, air-tags, and the list goes on. What is initially put in place for the sake of family safety can very quickly,...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Jan 23, 2023 | Family Law
Not all unmarried relationships are de facto relationships. Unless officially registered, it can be unclear when a relationship transitions from simply “dating” or “casual” to a de facto relationship. Before parties who are not married can make a property settlement...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Nov 20, 2022 | Dispute Resolution, Estate Planning & Wealth Protection, Family Law
It is common for discretionary trusts to be established for the benefit of a family. A discretionary trust is a popular structure, especially for families and for income streaming purposes. Standard trust deeds are used with a standard wide definition of who is a...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Nov 1, 2022 | Family Law
Arranging financial affairs to avoid a future family law claim is not uncommon, however, the court has the power to overturn these transactions, potentially going back well before a separation was ever contemplated. The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia...
by wunwabbit | May 27, 2022 | Family Law
Are discretionary trusts family law proof? In the 2008 decision of Kennon v Spry, the High Court of Australia clarified the approach for including assets held in discretionary trusts as property available for division in family law property settlements. To be...
by wunwabbit | May 17, 2022 | Family Law
Life after separation is not always predictable. However, as our recent article illustrated, it is important to formalise property settlements to ensure future financial protection. A recent case has illustrated that the alternative can be risky, particularly if your...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Apr 26, 2022 | Family Law
The 2022 decision of Radney & Radney [2022] FedCFamC2F 53, is a timely reminder about the importance of formalising family law property settlements, even where there is agreement and assets have already been divided – and the risk you run of future...
by Tiffany Mechkaroff | Feb 23, 2022 | Family Law, Property Law
When a marriage or de facto relationship breaks down, it’s never easy. Apart from the obvious emotional challenges, separation and divorce will often result in significant financial challenges, particularly when there is real estate involved. If you’re staring down...
