August 2017

01 Aug

Posted at 00:00h in Family Law

As a busy Adelaide Family law firm you would think we spend a lot of time in the Family Court but as we see Court as a last resort and have a strong focus on keeping our clients out of Court, we donÕt spend a lot of time there. There are very few matters that really need to be litigated and we only litigate when it is warranted. Relocation is one area of Family law which is often hard to settle. If one party wishes to relocate with the children after separation or divorce and that would affect the relationship the other party has with the children, it is no surprise that it is hard to compromise. For example, if one party came from England leaving behind all their family and friends, and then had children in Australia with their partner, upon their separation they may wish to return home to England and take the children with them. It is understandable that they would feel strongly that they ought to be able to return to their family and familiar surrounds. It is understandable that if they are the primary carer of the children that they would want to take the children with...

01 Aug

Posted at 00:00h in Family Law

Bev is an experienced lawyer in a range of areas including family law, collaborative practice and personal injury. Bev has been practicing as a lawyer in Adelaide for over 25 years. Bev is committed to achieving the best outcomes for her clients. She understands the importance of exploring opportunities to resolve matters and works hard to ensure that her clients are supported and properly represented through the legal process. If you’re looking for an experienced family lawyer in Adelaide call us on 08 82121322 to book an appointment with Bev. Family law is a specialised area of law. It requires not only technical legal expertise but a good understanding of the emotional landscape surrounding the breakdown of an important relationship. There are many family lawyers in Adelaide but very few who are able to work across all five options for dispute resolution. There are five ways a matter can be resolved. Very few matters need to be litigated in Court. It is vital to see a family lawyer who understands and who can guide you toward the process that is right for you and for your family. The choice of dispute resolution process will influence not only the outcome of a family law matter but...

01 Aug

Posted at 00:00h in General

Subscription service accessible to subscribers of the South Australian Integrated Land Information System (“SAILIS”) which sends notifications (via email or SMS) when activity is detected on a certificate of title. Who can subscribe to the service: Property owners by setting up a subscription with the Lands Titles Office, via https://www.sailis.sa.gov.au/home/extUser ; and Solicitors or conveyancers who have an active account with SAILIS. Advantages of Subscribing Whenever activity occurs on a certificate of title that a subscriber has nominated, the subscriber will receive a notification. For example, the subscriber is notified if a Priority Notice, Caveat, Transfer or Mortgage has been lodged against the nominated title. A subscriber is also notified when a Form 1 search is conducted in relation to the nominated title. Upon receiving a notification, the subscriber is directed to the SAILIS website to view the details of the activity on the nominated title. There is no cost associated with registering a Title. A subscriber can have up to 20 titles nominated for Title Watch. The subscriber does not need to show any connection to or interest in the Title. If you would like more information on Title Watch, or if you require advice in relation to a property or commercial law matter, please contact Belperio...

01 Aug

Posted at 00:00h in Wills & Estates

It’s time to change the way Australians talk about death and dying – 75% of us have not had an end of life discussions and over 70% of us die in the hospital though most of us would prefer to die at home. August 8th is ‘DYING TO KNOW DAY’; a day that aims to encourage conversations about planning for the end of life. While many find conversations about death uncomfortable, planning for such an event can make it more bearable for all when the time comes. This preparation should include a Will, an Enduring Power of Attorney and an Advanced Care Directive. An Advanced Care Directive allows you to outline your wishes for the future should something unexpected happen that results in you becoming incapacitated. This includes directions such as what type of care you may want to receive, whether you would prefer treatment at home or in a hospital, and who can make decisions about your health and lifestyle should you not be able to. Similarly, an Enduring Power of Attorney is a legally-binding document that allows you to appoint somebody who can make financial decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated and unable to make those decisions yourself. A professionally drafted Will is also essential for...

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