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We Are Hiring! Family Lawyer 3 Years PAE- Beenleigh

Ryan Murdoch O'Regan Lawyers are hiring. Ryan Murdoch O'Regan is a long-established legal practice with five offices throughout South-East Queensland. We are looking for a Family Lawyer with a minimum of 3 years PAE to join the RMO team. This position is located in...

So You Want To Divorce?

So you have decided to divorce your spouse. There are a few things that you need to know before you take this step. The only legal requirement that you need to meet in order to file for a divorce is to prove that the marriage has irretrievably broken down. This is proven in one way only – by the parties having lived separately and apart for twelve months and a day.

Domestic Violence: Federal Funding & Local Actions

Since 2013, the federal government has spent $1 billion on preventing and responding to domestic violence against women and their children. This includes $150 million having been allocated to domestic violence prevention at the start of COVID-19 earlier this year. The 2020 federal budget also provides funding for the counselling service 1800 RESPECT, with an unspecified amount to be provided for COVID-19-specific advertising over the upcoming Christmas period.

Retaining Walls

Reverse mortgages are known to be a “last resort” for retirees and pensioners. The main reason for this low usage of reverse mortgages is due to the risk of will disputes between beneficiaries and reduced equity later in life.

Unable To Settle On Time?

Reverse mortgages are known to be a “last resort” for retirees and pensioners. The main reason for this low usage of reverse mortgages is due to the risk of will disputes between beneficiaries and reduced equity later in life.