An estate plan involves far more than signing a Will and storing it in a safe place. An effective estate plan requires careful consideration and ongoing review. Regular updates ensure your documents accurately reflect your testamentary wishes and cover unexpected life...Read More
A court issues an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) to protect a person who fears violence, intimidation, or stalking. Under NSW law, the applicant must show reasonable grounds to fear such behaviour. In AVO proceedings, the law refers to the person requiring...Read More
Living together does not automatically mean a couple is in a legal de facto relationship. Courts evaluate many different factors to determine a de facto status. For example, judges look at whether partners share bank accounts, maintain an intimate relationship, and...Read More
Many people do not know their legal rights when police officers question them. Understanding these protections is critical for everyone, especially teenagers, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. How you respond to police questioning can heavily influence how...Read More
Following the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship, it is common for separated parties to be unsure and therefore anxious about their entitlements in a property settlement and the assets they are likely to retain. This is only natural given that Family Law...Read More
Selling a home is usually an emotional and stressful time and can become a costly process if mistakes are made. A qualified lawyer or conveyancer can simplify the procedure and limit the risks involved. In this article, we look at the steps which a lawyer will take...Read More
What are digital assets? A person’s ‘digital life’ may encompass a range of online transactions, activities and accounts such as: Loyalty programs such as Flybuys, Rewards and Frequent Flyers; online shopping accounts such as Woolworths, Coles, eBay and Amazon;...Read More
There are various ‘Will Kits’ available on-line – most are cheap or ‘free’ and all you need to do is download them and fill in the blanks. Many websites boast that you can prepare your Will ‘without spending hundreds of dollars on legal fees’. Simple, right? Not...Read More
Many couples separate on good terms, which is great. The breakdown of a relationship can be difficult, however putting differences aside to move forward can be beneficial, particularly where children are concerned. Ex-partners who remain on good terms may choose to...Read More
Ready to start looking for that dream home or perfect investment? Many of our clients, particularly first-time home buyers, come to us in the early stages of their purchase bewildered with the long string of sales negotiations and the conveyancing process in general....Read More
