Szabo & Associates News & Updates

In family law, the term child relocation refers to a change of residence that will also involve a significant shift in the living arrangements of a child, living with one parent, making it difficult for the other parent to spend time with the child. This can involve relocating interstate or overseas.

Only eligible individuals can pursue a family provision claim against the estate of a deceased person. These individuals include spouses, children and other family members, but what about non-family members such as a friend of a deceased? Can they be entitled to a share of an estate whether there is a Will or not?

When a Council refuses, or "fails" to approve a development application, it can potentially have a considerable impact whether you are an individual or a professional developer. Either way, you will usually have the right to reconsideration.

The loss of a relative or friend can be a difficult and emotional time. For those with the added responsibility of dealing with the estate, it can be a completely new experience and a daunting prospect.

Development Control Orders (Order) are important to Councils as a method of dealing with compliance issues. The authority for these comes from the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (EPA). Failure to comply with an Order can have financial and legal consequences for the recipient.