De Facto or De Jure? Property Rights After Separation in Victoria
Last updated: April 2025 • 8-minute read 1. Why the Distinction Matters When a relationship ends, the question isn’t simply “Who keeps what?”—it’s “Which legal rules apply?”In Victoria (and across Australia), married couples (“de jure”) and de facto couples fall under the same umbrella of federal law—the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)—but the pathways, time-limits, […]
Family Law: Understanding Child Custody in Divorce Cases
Divorce is a challenging and emotional process, particularly when children are involved. One of the most significant aspects of divorce cases is child custody, which determines how parents will share responsibility for their children after the separation.