by Erika Hanrahan | Nov 28, 2018 | Estate Planning, News
Even though a Will is one of the most important documents you will ever sign, current statistics show that almost one in two Australians do not have a valid Will. According to the NSW Government, 55% of Australians have a valid Will. Of the remaining 45%, some have no...
by Erika Hanrahan | Nov 19, 2018 | Client focus, Family Law, News
The benefits of seeing an Accredited Specialist in Family Law When parties separate, one or both parties may seek legal advice. A natural and common concern is which lawyer a person should see. Lawyers have varying levels of experience and with the varying levels of...
by Erika Hanrahan | Nov 19, 2018 | Client focus, Family Law, News
The idea of going to Court often creates a sense of dread for people who have separated from their partners. It is important to know that Court is not the only way to resolve your matter with your former partner. In fact, before a person can file proceedings with the...
by Erika Hanrahan | Oct 28, 2018 | Business Law, Client focus, News
From 1 October 2018, casual employees can now request that their employment be converted from casual to full-time or part-time. A casual employee who works a regular pattern of hours for at least 12 months may put in a request to their employer that they be converted...
by Erika Hanrahan | Oct 28, 2018 | Business Law, Client focus, News
A recent decision by the Full Federal Court in Workpac Pty Ltd v Skene [2018] FCAFC 131 has transformed the way employees are classified as “casual”. This case confirmed that a casual employee is defined by the nature of their work, including the days and hours...
by Erika Hanrahan | Aug 7, 2018 | Family Law, News
Vaccination is a divisive topic. When parents separate and can’t agree when a child should be vaccinated or not, this can become an even bigger issue. As with any dispute surrounding arrangements for children, the ‘best interests of the child’ is the paramount...
