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Understanding Strata Levies
Whether you are thinking about downsizing or trying to step into the real estate investment world, buying property in a strata scheme is something...
Off the Plan Contracts – Risks and Considerations
In New South Wales, purchasing property comes with certain risks and uncertainties, especially if you’re buying off-the-plan and there is a sunset...
NSW Rental Law Reforms 2025: A Landlords Guide
Significant changes have been introduced to the rental laws in NSW and it is crucial for landlords to understand their obligations as property...
Independent Guarantor Advice – “I am just here to sign”
Becoming a guarantor involves making a legal commitment to repay a loan if the primary borrower fails to do so. This is often an action undertaken...
Using Your Mobile Phone While Driving Could Cost You More Than Demerit Points
Using your mobile phone while you are driving is an offence in NSW. The penalties include 5 demerit points and a fine, which is increased if the...
Ban on Foreign Purchases
The federal government announced earlier this year a ban for at least two years on foreign purchases of established dwellings. From 1 April 2025 to...
Estate Administration: Expect the Unexpected
While the vast majority of wills are not contentious, the number of family provisions claims filed and the number of contested grants of probate...
The Importance of Identification Documents
Those that have been involved with buying or selling property over the more recent years, would be familiar with terms like electronic conveyancing,...
Dazie v Dazy: The Trademark War
Australian fashion retailer, The Iconic, is attempting to sue the Chinese fast fashion giant, Shein, for allegedly infringing the trademarked name...
Risks of buying a property before selling your existing property
Deciding to purchase a new property before selling your existing one can be tempting, especially if you’ve found your dream home and don’t want to...
Debt Recovery. What to do if a customer doesn’t pay?
With everyone feeling the economic squeeze, it is likely that you are finding you are chasing unpaid debts from customers or other businesses,...
We had a deal ! The Enforceability of Heads of Agreement in Family Law
It is common for parties to draft a Heads of Agreement (HoA) after a mediation as a preliminary document outlining the agreed terms between...
‘Centrelink Heiress’ Case to play out in Victoria’s Supreme Court
An interesting case to keep an eye out for across the next 12 months is that of Clare Brown, nicknamed “Centrelink Heiress”, as she fights for...
When do you need to register a Power of Attorney
Being appointed as an Attorney by parents or elder relatives allows that person to deal with the appointor’s finances if needed. This can include...
Important Changes to Privacy Laws in Australia
Until recently, the authority from Australia’s highest Court, the High Court, was that there was no civil wrong of ‘invasion of privacy’ in...
Protecting Your Blended Family
When your family structure is complex, it is important to have clear and effective ownership of property. Having to balance your obligations with...
NSW Introduces Landmark Laws on Coercive Control
As lawyers, we come across many incidents of coercive control when assisting our clients. This form of abuse is common in family law matters and is...
Battle Over $14m Estate
A recent case that has attracted significant media coverage underscores the importance of keeping your estate planning documents up to date when a...
Thinking About Selling Your Business?
You’ve been running your own business for many years and the time has now come for you to sell the business and ease into retirement. What to do and...
What’s the harm in delaying my family law property settlement?
Often, we have clients who separated amicably, but have not taken the necessary steps to formalise their property settlement. We often hear that the...
What is Child Inclusive Mediation
A complaint that is often heard from children after their separated parents have sorted out their living arrangements is, “Why didn’t anyone listen...