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What happens when you've prepared a will but no one can locate the original document after your death? Understanding proper storage methods for your will can prevent significant delays in estate administration and ensure your final wishes are honored.

Separating parents often ask whether they have a right to equal, week-about care of their children, but Australian family law does not work that way. This article examines when shared care arrangements succeed, how courts now assess applications for equal time following major 2024 reforms, and why no parent can claim a legal entitlement to a 50/50 split.

When a spouse conceals assets or provides incomplete financial information during divorce proceedings, it can fundamentally undermine the settlement process and potentially invalidate court orders. Understanding how to identify hidden assets, pursue proper disclosure, and challenge agreements based on material non-disclosure is essential for protecting your financial interests in divorce.

Dubai's highest court has ruled that a wife may file a fresh divorce-for-harm case in the UAE even after an earlier claim abroad was dismissed, provided she can prove the harm continued or reoccurred. The landmark judgment clarifies that previous dismissals in foreign courts do not automatically bar new claims in Dubai when ongoing or renewed marital harm can be demonstrated with supporting evidence.

Financial settlements on divorce are generally final, but there are limited circumstances in which a financial order can be challenged, set aside or varied. Understanding the legal grounds for reopening a divorce financial settlement, including fraud, material non-disclosure, Barder events, and the distinction between appeals, set-aside applications and variations, is crucial for anyone considering challenging an existing order.

When separating from a partner whose behaviour feels controlling or emotionally harmful, many parents struggle with how to protect their children during divorce proceedings. The family court focuses not on psychological labels but on evidence of behaviour patterns and their impact on children's welfare. Understanding how to document concerns, establish safe boundaries...