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Are There Time Limits For Dividing Your Property?

  If your marriage, civil union, or de facto relationship has ended, then you should be aware that there are statutory time limits for dividing your property. Parties are often able to reach agreement in respect of the division of their property without the need for court assistance. However, in situations where parties do require…

Are “Do It Yourself” Separation Agreements Valid?

We have recently come across situations where parties have attempted to divide their property without appropriate legal advice. An agreement prepared by the parties and subsequently signed and witnessed by friends, is not a valid agreement. What this means that an invalid agreement does not prevent future claims. In a recent case, the husband and…

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