General Archives – Best Wilson Buckley Family Law

A Renewed Sense of Possibility

|Posted In: General | April 16, 2019

This year is our tenth anniversary year as a business. So, what better way to kick-start such an important year than with a quarterly theme based around our core value of “vision”? When our business first started, our partners had […]

Consecutive Lawyers Weekly Awards Nomination for Carla Franchina

|Posted In: General | March 26, 2019

We’re proud to announce that our Carla Franchina, Senior Solicitor, has been named as a finalist in the 2019 Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 Awards for the second consecutive year. Lawyers Weekly 30 Under 30 is Australia’s largest independent awards […]

The Role of the Independent Children’s Lawyer

|Posted In: General | January 15, 2019

Sometimes during court proceedings regarding the parenting arrangements of a child, the court will appoint an independent children’s lawyer (ICL) to represent that child and present to the court an unbiased account of that child’s views and interests. The key […]

Confidentiality and Privileged Information: It belongs to you!

|Posted In: General | December 6, 2018

In the wake of the “Lawyer X” scandal, it serves as an appropriate reminder that client information (your information) is confidential and privileged on all accounts. It belongs to you and cannot be disclosed to anyone without your express permission. […]

Duty of Disclosure – the Rule Applies to Everyone

|Posted In: General | December 4, 2018

“For duty, duty must be done. The rule applies to everyone. And painful though that duty be …” – WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan Full and frank disclosure of your financial position during property settlement negotiations […]

What Does that Mean?

|Posted In: General | November 26, 2018

Quite often our client’s first interaction with lawyers and the legal system is their first interaction of this kind. That alone can be incredibly daunting, and what may already be a stressful situation can become more so or even confusing. […]

Steady as She Goes

|Posted In: About Us , General | November 8, 2018

As a business we’re now embracing the concept of quarterly themes to build on what we have achieved and with a view to attaining even higher levels of client servicing, team engagement and involvement with our communities. These themes will […]

What is the Difference Between a De facto Relationship and a Marriage?

|Posted In: De Facto Law , General | September 28, 2018

Relationships in contemporary Australian society are marked by changes to our social dynamics, such as the ever increasing population and growth of our multicultural and inclusive society. Yet there are only two formal types of relationships in the eyes of […]

What to Expect at Your First Date at Family Law Court

|Posted In: General | September 10, 2018

There is no doubt that going to court is a daunting experience, especially so when considering that your future financial and emotional wellbeing, and that of your children, could rest on the outcome. For many, by the time their family […]

Happy New (Financial) Year

|Posted In: About Us , General | August 7, 2018

As the accountants are gearing up to tackle your shoebox of receipts and process your tax returns, we’re taking the time to stop and reflect on the financial year that was. We have a lot to be proud of as […]

How to Get Comfortable with the Uncomfortable World of Change

|Posted In: General | July 23, 2018

Change is scary, right? Deciding to separate from your partner can be an overwhelming process, whether it is a joint decision, or something initiated by only one person in the relationship. There are many factors to be considered as you […]

You Work in a Law Firm but You’re Not a Lawyer?

|Posted In: About Us , General | July 12, 2018

When people find out I work in a law firm with no intention of becoming a lawyer myself, I’m often met with reactions of bewilderment, confusion, and in some cases sympathy. If I had a dollar for every time I’ve […]

You Want to Stop but You Don’t Need to Stop

|Posted In: About Us , General | July 6, 2018

I’ve recently chalked up three years since I moved with my young family from our home of over 15 years in Brisbane to the relative calm of Toowoomba. In the years I had been living in Brisbane there would not […]

Am I in a De Facto Relationship?

|Posted In: General , Property settlements | March 7, 2018

In this day and age it’s often misconceived what being in a de facto relationship actually means. Put simply, in the eyes of the Australian law, a de facto relationship is a relationship between two adult persons that: live together […]

Same-Sex Marriage in Australia – What are the Key Legislative Changes?

|Posted In: Family Law , General | February 1, 2018

Recently, Australians participated in a “postal survey” to share our opinion on whether marriage laws should be amended to include same-sex marriage. On 15 November 2017 it was declared a “yes”, the majority of the Australian population was in favour […]