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February 23, 2023
Can we be de facto if we don’t live together
The existence of a De facto Relationship as opposed to a casual long-term relationship is not always easily identifiable.
June 20, 2022
Factors in determining when a de facto relationship has broken down
While the Family Law Act provides provision for the court to make Orders regarding the alteration of property interests following the breakdown of a de facto relationship, it does not provide an exhaustive definition of “breakdown”.
October 15, 2018
The definition of a De Facto Relationship
What is a defacto relationship and are you in one?
May 28, 2018
True or False – Urban Myth’s in Family Law
Our Family Law Accredited Specialist Samantha addresses the six most commonly asked questions.
July 6, 2017
De facto Relationships and Stepchildren – Do you need to update your Will?
Amendments made to the Succession Act regarding de facto relationships and stepchildren came into effect from 5 June 2017.