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Family law practices in New South Wales are increasingly at risk of AML/CTF regulation in property settlement and spousal support orders, especially if the practice receives or makes payments, facilitates real property...

The recent legislature updates regarding the conduct of NSW Family Law practitioners create new potential consequences for a practitioner if they fail to identify or report suspicious activity connected with money laundering....

Concealing assets during family law proceedings undermines fair property settlements and can facilitate money laundering. This article outlines common concealment tactics, recent legal developments, and the tools available to family lawyers in...

Australia’s Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regime will soon extend to legal professionals, including NSW family law practices. From 1 July 2026, any practice that handles client money or facilitates asset...

The Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act 2006 (AML/CTF Act) is Australia’s primary legislation for preventing money laundering, terrorism financing, proliferation financing, and other serious financial crime. In simple terms, the Act...

Allegations of money laundering can make family law cases more complex and stressful. The Family Court takes these matters seriously, especially when it comes to protecting children and making sure only legally...

Valentine’s Day is usually associated with flowers, dinners, and promises of forever. It celebrates commitment, optimism, and love at its most hopeful stage. But for many couples, love stories evolve. Some strengthen...

This is a question that we are often asked at Freedman & Gopalan Solicitors, and the position is relatively clear in New South Wales. If the DNA test or paternity test requires...

With school holidays drawing to a close, students in NSW are set to return back to school from Monday 2 February 2026 (Eastern Division) or Monday 9 February 2026 (Western Division). From...