LAW TALK
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Law Talk is where we share insights, updates, and practical tips across all areas of law we practise. Whether you’re navigating a family matter, planning your estate, or looking for guidance on property or commercial issues, our blog is here to keep you informed – without the legal jargon.
New Changes to Family Law and What They Mean to You
As we approach the 6th of May 2024, it’s important to be aware of the significant changes to the Family Law Act that will soon come into effect. These amendments have been introduced to prioritise the wellbeing of...
Why Prioritising Self-care through Separation and Divorce is Important
The end of a marriage or relationship can be emotionally exhausting, leaving you feeling vulnerable and unsure about the future. Often amid all the stress and worry, many forget to take the time to look after their...
Understanding Estate Challenges
If a person has recently passed away and they left a Will, their estate could be faced with a claim against the Will. There are two main types of claims against a Will: Challenging the validity or making of the Will;...
Why We Love Law
Working as a lawyer takes several years of study, commitment, and a strong moral compass to navigate the ethical complexities of finding legal solutions. The prevailing reason most lawyers in our team decided to study...
What Options Do I Have To Determine My Pets Future Post Separation? – Part 2
We recently posted a blog titled ‘Who Gets the Dog?’. We have received many questions about pets and how they can be dealt with. As such, we have created this blog to consider what options you have to determine your...
Who Gets The Dog? – Part 1
Who Gets the Dog? Have you ever wondered what would happen to your pet in the event that you and your partner separate? Have you gone as far as actually discussing who your pets would live with, and would it be a...
Frequent Flyer Points and Divorce: Who Gets What?
When people think of addressing a property settlement in light of their separation, they often think of addressing items such as the family home, cars, bank accounts and the like. However, a less commonly considered...
Navigating Divorce: Five Handy Tips to co-parenting post-separation
It’s possibly one of the most difficult aspects of a separation: co-parenting with your not-so-significant other. As a divorced mother of four-year-old twins, I am no stranger to co-parenting (or attempts at it). Here...
Choosing A Family Lawyer
Choosing a Family Lawyer is a crucial decision, here are 5 things to consider: 1. Expertise Ensure your lawyer specialises in Family Law. They should be familiar with the complexities and nuances of this field. Seeking...
Capital Gains Tax and Family Law
When some couples separate and enter into a final property settlement, they may have to consider any potential Capital Gains Tax (CGT) implications. It is really important to ensure that when negotiating and...
Child Support, what is it and how does it work?
One very important consideration in a family law matter in which a couple has children is what child support arrangements are going to be put in place in relation to the costs of the children moving forward. There are...
Failure to Repair and Maintain Common Property in Strata
The recent NSW Court of Appeal Decision of The Owners – Strata Plan No. 74232 v Tezel [2023] NSWCA 35 (“Tezel”) determined that the two-year limitation period imposed by section 106(6) of the Strata Schemes Management...
Preparing for your first meeting with a family lawyer
We understand that your first meeting with a family lawyer can seem very daunting, especially during a challenging and emotional time. However, taking that first step to schedule this meeting will ensure you are able...
What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die?
You may have heard of using a Will to protect your physical assets when you pass away, but what about your digital assets? There is currently no law in Australia that governs what happens to your digital assets when...
How can I ensure my pets are looked after when I die?
Australians and their pets Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world. According to materials released by RSPCA Australia and Animal Medicines Australia there are an estimated 28.7 million...
Company Constitution
Do I need a Company Constitution? When establishing a business, it is important to consider how you would like your business’s external and internal affairs to be managed. The Australian Securities and Investment...
A gift or a loan? Financial assistance from the ‘The Bank of Mum and Dad’
With increasing financial burdens on the cost of living, it is not uncommon for individuals to seek financial assistance from relatives. Many individuals may turn to the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ for money to assist in the...
Conditional Gifts in Wills Part 3 – The Ultimate Gift
Jason leads an exceedingly comfortable yet ultimately shallow existence, until his billionaire grandfather Howard ‘Red’ Stevens, from whom Jason was estranged, passes away and leaves Jason an inheritance. The catch?...
Conditional Gifts in Wills Part 2 – The Bachelor
If you’ve read Part 1 of this mini-series then you should have a general idea about what a conditional gift is, what grounds you can challenge it on and what it means if you’re successful in your challenge when the...
Conditional Gifts in Wills Part 1 – Brewster’s Millions
I can think of no better introduction to this movie than the one the brilliant creators devised: “This is the story of Montgomery Brewster, a relief pitcher in the minor leagues of life who got handed the American...