How to Actually Deal with Unpaid Invoices and Lease Disputes (Without the Stress)
No one gets into business dreaming about chasing payments or arguing over leases. But ask any business owner—they’ll admit these issues come up more often than they’d like. Here’s the thing: the difference between businesses that sail smoothly and those that constantly stress comes down to one thing—having a plan. So let’s get practical about […]
How Child Custody Actually Works After Separation
Sorting parenting arrangements after separation is never easy. Emotions run high, kids feel unsettled, and the legal jargon alone can send your stress levels skyrocketing. Recently, Australia’s family laws have gone through big changes—with more rolling out in 2024 and 2025. The language has shifted, the rules are different, and if you’re confused, you’re not […]
How to Handle Criminal Charges and Police Matters in Victoria
Being arrested or questioned by police is stressful for anyone. It can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re not sure about your rights or the process involved. At Mohan Yildiz & Associates, we regularly help people through these tough situations. This guide cuts through the confusion to explain clearly and practically what you can expect—and exactly […]
When Can Final Property Orders Be Varied or Set Aside?
Family law property orders are intended to be final, reflecting the “clean break” principle that allows former spouses or de facto partners to move forward with financial certainty. However, in limited and specific circumstances, the Court may consider varying or setting aside such orders. Legal Framework Under the Family Law Act 1975, section 79A, for […]
Setting Aside a Financial Agreement
Binding Financial Agreements (“BFAs”) are often described as “armoured” pre-nuptial (before marriage) or post-nuptial (after marriage) contracts. However, these agreements are not as impenetrable as some might assume. While BFAs can offer significant protection and certainty, there are situations where the courts may set them aside. What is a Binding Financial Agreement? A BFA is […]
How to Enforce a Court Judgment Debt in Victoria: The Next Steps
Life after a courtroom win can feel anticlimactic. The decision is on paper, yet the money is still missing, and each day that passes adds stress and often interest. If you hold a judgment in your favour, uncertainty about the next move can be just as draining as the dispute that brought you to court […]
Breaching an Intervention Order in Victoria: What Happens Next
Life rarely feels neat when a court order steps in to keep two people apart. For the person seeking protection, the order is a shield. For the person bound by its conditions, it can feel like every move is under a microscope. Whichever side you’re on, if an order is breached, the anxiety spikes fast. […]
Spousal Maintenance in Victoria: Who Can Apply and How It Works
When a relationship ends, finances rarely fall into tidy columns. One household becomes two, income must stretch further, and worries about making ends meet can overshadow every other concern. Spousal maintenance exists for precisely that gap: it is designed to help one former partner manage a reasonable standard of living when they cannot yet support […]
