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DeFacto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes

DeFacto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes

DeFacto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes Inheritance disputes can often involve a person claiming to be a de facto partner of the deceased.  Establishing the existence of a de facto relationship can have significant benefits in the context of a deceased estate...

‘Thumbs Up’ emoji!

‘Thumbs Up’ emoji!

Think twice before sending your ‘Thumbs Up’ emoji! As a fast and easy way to express ourselves in online communication, emojis have been described as the digital equivalent of body language and have become firmly embedded in the way people communicate online.   As fun...

Bank of Mum and Dad

Bank of Mum and Dad

It is not unusual for parents to advance their children money. It could be for their first car, grandchildren’s school fees, a holiday, medical expenses or even a superannuation contribution. In recent years, it has become increasingly common for parents to help their...

If I could say one thing – David Borg

If I could say one thing – David Borg

If I could say one thing by David Borg | 08 03, 2023 | Latest NewsIf I could say one thing – David Borg "Obtain legal advice before speaking to the police" The NSW Police have the burden to prove that you are guilty, you do not have to prove you are innocent. As a...

De Facto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes

De Facto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes

De Facto Relationships and Inheritance Disputes by Caldwell Martin Cox | 19 12, 2022 | Latest NewsInheritance disputes can often involve a person claiming to be a de facto partner of the deceased.  Establishing the existence of a de facto relationship can have...

Christmas Party

Christmas Party

Christmas Party by Caldwell Martin Cox | 02 01, 2023 | Latest NewsAfter a very busy 2022, our staff were able to kick up their heels at our Christmas Party at the Camden Valley Inn. Everyone was invited to come as their favourite Christmas movie character. Winner of...

The Not So Modern Family

The Not So Modern Family

The Not So Modern Family by Caldwell Martin Cox | 19 12, 2022 | Latest NewsThe law has come a long way to incorporate modern family units, but where does it draw the line? In a decision by the Federal Circuit Court, a man who was not the biological father of the child...

Powers Of Attorney – Not Just For The Elderly

Powers Of Attorney – Not Just For The Elderly

Powers Of Attorney – Not Just For The Elderly by Caldwell Martin Cox | 19 12, 2022 | Latest NewsMany people think that Powers of Attorney are only for our elderly citizens. That is not the case at all. A Power of Attorney can be a very useful document for any adult to...

CMC CLE Day

CMC CLE Day

CMC CLE Day by Caldwell Martin Cox | 19 12, 2022 | Latest NewsEvery year, lawyers and licensed conveyancers have to keep their knowledge up to date via Continuing Legal Education (CLE) so it was great to get all of our professional staff together on Friday, 28 October...

If I Could Say One Thing – Reta Benjamin

If I Could Say One Thing – Reta Benjamin

If I could say one thing by Reta Benjamin | 17 09, 2022 | Latest NewsIf I could say one thing …. it’s that estate planning is not only for the wealthy.  If you have money in the bank, a vehicle, some equity in a property or some superannuation, you should speak to...

Travel

Travel

Travel by Caldwell Martin Cox| 17 10, 2022 | Latest NewsOh how happy we are that travel has opened back up.  We’ve all missed travelling, gaining cultural experiences and just having a break! Within the last few months, Carolina and Amrit went on well-deserved...

Be careful when considering dismissing your injured employees

Be careful when considering dismissing your injured employees

Be careful when considering dismissing your injured employees by Geoff Lloyd | 11 10, 2022 | Latest NewsBe careful when considering dismissing your injured employees It is unlawful under the Fair Work Act for a Federal system Employer to dismiss an Employee because...

“Can my ex bring a claim against my estate?”

“Can my ex bring a claim against my estate?”

"Can my ex bring a claim against my estate?" by Caldwell Martin Cox | 11 10, 2022 | Latest News“Can my ex bring a claim against my estate?” This is a question that we often get when preparing Wills for people who have previously separated or divorced from their...

Buyer Beware – is that still a thing?

Buyer Beware – is that still a thing?

Buyer Beware - is that still a thing? by Reta Benjamin | 11 10, 2022 | Latest NewsBuyer Beware – is that still a thing? For most people, purchasing a property is the most significant financial transaction they will enter into and there can be serious consequences when...

If I Could Say One Thing – Carolina Munoz

If I Could Say One Thing – Carolina Munoz

If I could say one thing by Carolina Munoz | 19 09, 2022 | Latest NewsIf I Could Say One Thing - Carolina Munoz "It’s not to exchange a contract to buy a property without having your loan approval locked in." In the past few years, I’ve noticed that the banks are...

If I Could Say One Thing – Jillaine Duve

If I Could Say One Thing – Jillaine Duve

If I could say one thing by Jillaine Duve | Aug 30, 2022 | Latest NewsIf I Could Say One Thing…it would be that, if you and your partner have separated and you’re not getting back together, get your property settlement sorted out.  I am both a lawyer and a mediator...

EOFY dinner

EOFY dinner

EOFY dinner This July we celebrated the end of the financial year with a team dinner at Enzos Cucina, Camden. There were some laughs and tears shared as we said goodbye to one of our Solicitors, Kaella, to then celebrating some great staff milestones and growth within...