Type:	Journal Article
Title:	Relationship breakdown and the division of property: implications for de facto relationships
Other Titles:	Domestic Violence & Incest Resource Centre Newsletter
Authors:	Delafield, Ellie
Keywords:	Family law
Year:	2002
Publisher:	Domestic Violence & Incest Resource Centre
Citation:	(3), Spring 2002
Notes:	Delafield describes the function of the Family Court following the breakdown of a legal marriage; how its decisions are made; and, in particular, the consideration given to the future needs of the partners as well as to past contributions. In contrast, after the breakdown of a de facto relationship, property division is governed by the Property Law Act and is heard in the Supreme, County or Magistrates Courts, where no future needs are taken into account. She explains the importance of precautionary measures which should be taken by those in a de facto relationship and she advocates obtaining sound legal advice to parties in both de facto relationships and legal marriages.
URI:	https://anrows.intersearch.com.au/anrowsjspui/handle/1/16588
ISSN:	1324-4264
Appears in Collections:	Journal Articles

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