by Kate Rafton | Jul 27, 2021 | Mediation and Dispute Resolution, News
Mediation is an alternative pathway to reach a resolution in your family law dispute as opposed to a traditional legal pathway. In many cases mediation can work hand in hand with obtaining advice from a lawyer. The process of mediation is regulated by the Attorney...
by Kate Rafton | Jul 16, 2021 | News, Property Settlements
We have been seeing 5 common mistakes that can often be costly or create difficulties when trying to navigate property settlement. We list them in top order Parties let emotions run away and this only ends up costing more. Whilst this is a highly emotional time and...
by Kate Rafton | Jul 12, 2021 | News, Wills & Estates Probate
The loss of a loved one can be an extremely stressful and emotional time. The main thing to note is that there is nothing legally that you need to do in the short days after your loved one passes. Please don’t feel or get into a panic about doing anything straight...
by Kate Rafton | Feb 23, 2021 | Latest News, News
We are excited to announce that our principal solicitor, Kate Rafton, has been appointed president of Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce. This is the leading body representing businesses in the Penrith Region and covers an area extending right through to St Marys and...
by Kate Rafton | Feb 23, 2021 | Domestic Violence Issues and AVOs, News
At Rafton Family Lawyers we have a team who operates in the area of probate and estate planning. We frequently encounter situations of elder abuse and our staff are trained in our response. We wish to indicate that elder abuse is not just a legal issue but can impact...
by Kate Rafton | Feb 23, 2021 | News
We are pleased to advise the Government has announced that we are still able to remotely witness documents via video link or telephone right up to 31 December 2021. This is in an effort to try to reduce the inconvenience to clients to have to attend at our offices but...
