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What happens if one party won’t sign divorce papers?

First, a note on personal service under the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Family Law) Rules 2021 – Rule 2.45. You are not permitted to effect service on your ex partner personally. (c) the person serving a document must not be the party on whose...

Welcome Krysta!

Welcome to the team!🎊 We’re pleased to welcome Krysta Guarino, who joins RMO Law's Beenleigh team today as an Administrative Paralegal. #WelcomeToTheTeam #RMOLaw #TeamRMO #Careers #Recruit #RMOBeenleigh #BeenleighLawyers

Police Protection Directions: What you need to know

As of 1 January 2026, police now have the power to issue on-the-spot 12-month Police Protection Directions (PPD’s) for the purpose to stop threats or acts of domestic violence. PPD’s can be issued by police when responding to a domestic violence incident that lasts...

Financial Disclosure in Family Law Matters: What you need to know

Separating is hard enough without having to deal with complex disclosure obligations. Often, we hear clients say: “The other party already knows what we have.” “Can’t we just skip the paperwork?” At RMO Law - We understand. But it is important to note that the process...

Your Blue Card at Risk? Understanding Queensland’s New Suspension Powers

Recent reforms to Queensland’s Blue Card system have introduced significant changes, with 543 Blue Cards suspended under new powers that commenced on 20 September 2025. These changes represent the most substantial overhaul of the state’s working with children...

💗 Team RMO at the Mater Fun Run 💗

Yesterday Team RMO braved the wet weather and joined tens of thousands of participants in the Mater Chicks in Pink International Women’s Day Fun Run, creating a sea of pink across Brisbane CBD. Together, the event raised over $2 million for breast cancer support! A...

Create It. Protect It. Commercialise It: Why Intellectual Property Matters

The World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) in February 2026 noted that new technologies were “spreading across borders at unprecedented pace and gaps are narrowing in how intensively countries are using innovations.” All new technologies involve intellectual...

Mater International Women’s Day Fun Run!

RMO Law is joining the Mater International Women’s Day Fun Run this Sunday! We’ll be part of the Sea of Pink, raising vital funds to support women with breast cancer through research, care and life-saving services. Every donation helps make a difference. If you’d like...

Welcome Paul!

We’re excited to welcome Paul O’Kane to RMO Law as a Senior Associate in our Commercial Litigation & Property teams. 👏Paul brings strong experience in complex disputes and property matters.📞 1800 999 529 | 🌐 rmolaw.com.au | 📧 mail@rmolaw.com.au

Common Myths about Wills – True or False

1. If I die without a Will, the government will take my assets....... FALSE (sort of) If you die without a Will (intestate) the law decides who receives your estate. Below is a list of persons that are entitled to your estate: Your surviving spouse and or children, or...