Shipton & Associates

1/1 Raglan Street

Manly, NSW, 2095

(02) 9976 5222

Northern Beaches solicitors

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Shipton & Associates

Coming soon – Combined Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia - What will be different?

August 20, 2021 Allyson Cook

The combining of the Federal Circuit Court of Australia and Family Court of Australia has been a hot topic discussed in the family law arena for some time. What will this change?

What is an Independent Children’s Lawyer?

December 11, 2020 Allyson Cook

You may have heard the term “ICL” but who are they and what do they do?

What does 'Equal Shared Parental Responsibility' mean?

November 20, 2020 Allyson Cook

“Equal shared parental responsibility” is a commonly used term you may have heard during Family Court proceedings involving children.

Tenants-In-Common vs Joint Tenants - What's the difference?

October 9, 2020 Allyson Cook

Purchasing property with another person? Understanding the difference between these terms can have important legal ramifications

My spouse can't divorce me because I haven't signed the papers right? Wrong.

September 18, 2020 Allyson Cook

Don’t fall for this common misconception about divorce proceedings.

Protecting our community: the new Ageing and Disability Commissioner explained

September 7, 2020 Allyson Cook

Established last year, the Ageing and Disability Commissioner exists to protect the most vulnerable in our community from abuse.

What to do when you pay off your home loan

August 21, 2020 Allyson Cook

Many people refer to the loan they take from the bank to purchase a house as ‘a mortgage’ and assume that once this is repaid it goes away. This is not quite how it works.

Who will look after your interests if or when you no longer can?

June 12, 2020 Allyson Cook

This is a question everyone, no mater your life stage, should be asking.

What happens to your digital assets when you die?

May 29, 2020 Allyson Cook

How to plan for digital and electronic property in your estate

What is a reverse mortgage, and what are the risks?

May 15, 2020 Allyson Cook

God-send or trap? The pros and cons of reverse mortgages

Sharing care of children during the coronavirus lockdowns

May 1, 2020 Allyson Cook

A lot of separated parents are confused about how to navigate this strange new world when it comes to custody arrangements. Here’s what the law says.

What is Probate?

April 17, 2020 Allyson Cook

You’ve probably heard the word ‘probate’ before. Here’s what it means.

Tying the knot overseas – what you need to know

March 20, 2020 Allyson Cook

Thinking about getting married overseas? Read this first.

Is it ever ok to leave your child alone in the car?

March 6, 2020 Allyson Cook

Here’s what the law says about leaving children unsupervised in motor vehicles.

Who gets the dog in a divorce?

February 21, 2020 Allyson Cook

Separations can be difficult - and that includes the question of who gets to keep your fur-baby after the fact. Here’s what the law says.

Do I need an Attorney or Guardian?

February 7, 2020 Allyson Cook

What is a Power of Attorney and Guardian, how do I choose one, and do I really need one?

New Government first home buyer help from 2020

January 24, 2020 Allyson Cook

New assistance for first home buyers kick in from 2020 - here’s our low-down on what it’s all about

Casual or not so casual?

January 10, 2020 Allyson Cook

Think a 25% loading is enough to get away with calling any employee casual? The law disagrees – and it could be an expensive mistake for employers.

What happens to my Super when I die?

December 27, 2019 Allyson Cook

It depends! Here are some common scenarios

Divorce - a formality?

December 13, 2019 Allyson Cook