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I have lost a loved one what do I do next?
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...
Some reported decisions of the family court where Rafton Family Lawyers have represented clients in a range of matters.
Aydin & Toa [2021] Rafton’s represented Mr Toa in this matter where an arbitral award had been made dividing the assets of the couple. The other party opposed the registration of the award so the matter was transferred to the Family Court for enforcement. Our...
Kate Rafton appointed President of Penrith Valley Chamber of Commerce
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...
Elder abuse is not just a legal issue
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...
Remote witnessing still available due to COVID
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...
Domestic violence reforms
A number of significant changes to domestic violence laws have commenced on November 25 2020 under the Criminal Procedure Act 1986 (NSW) and the Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007 (NSW). The changes significantly support victims of domestic violence...
Adopted people now have birth certificate recognition
Adopted persons in NSW can now have their birth certificates to include both their birth and adopted families. The NSW Attorney General, Mark Speakman, announced that the laws would come into effected in November after the introduction and passage of the Adoption...
What are the steps in arranging a mediation to see my children?
Separation is a difficult time for all parties involved including the children. Unfortunately, in many cases parents are unable to communicate directly with each other to arrange an agreement for each parent to spend time with the children. Mediation is an...
We have separated and I am not seeing the kids, what do I do now?
It is challenging for parents to come to an agreement regarding parenting arrangements during the time of separation as the relationship often becomes hostile and tense. If you are having trouble communicating with the other parent, you should seek legal advice...
Some tips to prevent being involved in or breaching an ADVO after separation
What tips are there to prevent an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order from being issued? For an Apprehended Violence Order to be successful, the Court must be satisfied on the balance of probabilities that the protected person fears you and that it was reasonable...
I have been served an ADVO application in the Local Court, what do I do next?
Served with an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order… What to do next? In New South Wales, there are two types of Apprehended Violence Orders under the Crimes (Domestic and Personal Violence) Act 2007 (NSW), namely an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order and an...
Parenting arrangement after separation
CHRISTINE’S MATTER Christine was having difficulties communicating with her ex partner in making arrangements regarding parenting after separation. Christine and her ex partner had three children together all at primary school age and at differing levels of...
Licensed Conveyancer
Natalie Currall
Natalie is a licensed conveyancer and oversees all of the firms contracts for sale and family law settlements in conjunction with solicitor Kiran Grewal from our property team.
Natalie has over 25 years experience and is well connected in the local Hawkesbury area. Prior to working with Rafton Natalie was with a local firm in the area undertaking all conveyancing work. Natalie is based at our Richmond office but able to travel and see clients as required. When not undertaking property work, Natalie is an avid horse lover and travels with her family to show jumping events across Australia.
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