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03 November 2026
Cooper Grace Ward is a finalist for Diversity Law Firm of the Year and Senior Associate Sarah Camm is a finalist for Senior Associate of the Year in the 2026 Women in Law Awards. ...

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Can I empty joint bank accounts while in the throes of separation?

Separating from a de facto partner or spouse is an incredibly stressful event. It can happen suddenly, for example, when an affair is discovered, or it can be a slow winding-down of what started as a blissful and loving union. In either case, emotions run high and people are often justifiably fearful that their formerly beloved partner may unilaterally withdraw funds from joint bank accounts for their own benefit.

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Employers’ COVID-19 safety toolkit

Cooper Grace Ward has prepared the following guide to summarise the practical safety issues arising from the Resource Kit, to assist Australian employers as restrictions are eased and employees return to their workplaces.

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What if I don’t agree with the single expert report?

The first step towards resolving a property settlement is identifying and valuing the assets. If a couple negotiating their financial deal cannot agree upon the value of an asset that one or both wish to retain, the Australian family law system requires them to obtain independent, expert evidence about the value – for example, of a real property or business.

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