An executor is the person responsible for carrying out the instructions in your Will after you die. As your legal personal representative, the executor’s duties include identifying and protecting your assets, collecting and paying debts, applying for probate (if...Read More
Buying or selling property is often considered one of life’s major stresses. When you buy and sell property at the same time and try to complete both transactions together, this can add considerably to the stress. This is generally known as a simultaneous settlement...Read More
In the complex landscape of family law, few issues are as emotionally charged as the care of children. It is common for parents to question what they are legally obliged to do and their decision-making rights about their children. For instance, parents often struggle...Read More
Identifying and understanding easements in a property transaction is an important part of the conveyancing process. Vendors are required to disclose all easements affecting the land they propose to sell in a property contract, and buyers should ensure they are aware...Read More
Once upon a time, you were happily living together with your de facto partner. Roses were bought, dinners were cooked, finances were shared, and Wills were signed leaving all your assets to the other partner in the event of what you then thought of as the faraway time...Read More
A parenting order is not only designed to apply to parents or guardians of a child, but non-parents may also apply for parenting orders to be able to spend time with, or care for a child. The Family Law Act allows a grandparent, or any other person concerned for the...Read More
A lot of people would have heard of a Power of Attorney. Many, however, do not fully understand the purpose and function of such a document, and the different types of Powers of Attorney. This article explains what a Power of Attorney is, and why making a Power of...Read More
Divorce is almost always a difficult and disruptive life event. For couples who own a family business, the stakes are particularly high, as the fate of the business often becomes a central point of contention during divorce proceedings. In Australia, a family business...Read More
Buying a property can be an intimidating process, especially at an auction where you are competing with other buyers and there is no cooling-off period. Many properties are sold at auction, particularly in a rising market, so it is important for buyers to understand...Read More
Cryptocurrency has emerged as a disruptive force in the financial world, offering a new frontier for investment and wealth accumulation. As both businesses and private interests increasingly diversify their portfolios with digital assets, it becomes crucial to...Read More
