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The A – Z of Conveyancing (Z)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter Z. Zoning A classification imposed by the Council which outlines the...
A complete guide to Probate
What is Probate? Probate is an Order of the Supreme Court confirming that the deceased’s Will is valid. Whether or not you need a Grant of Probate depends on the type and value of assets held by the person at the time...
How much does Probate cost in NSW?
Probate is an Order of the Supreme Court confirming that the deceased’s Will is valid. Whether or not you need a Grant of Probate depends on the type and value of assets held by the person at the time they passed away....
The A – Z of Conveyancing (W)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter W. Withdrawal of Caveat When a caveat is registered on the title of a property...
The A – Z of Family Law (O)
In this week’s series on the A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter O, covering the topic Offer of Settlement. An offer of settlement is an ‘offer’ to ‘resolve’ the matter or aspects of a matter on...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (V)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter V. Vacant possession When a Contract of Sale is marked “Vacant Possession” the...
Can I have a pet in my strata lot?
Animal lovers received a great result in October 2020 with the landmark Court of Appeal decision in Cooper v The Owners – Strata Plan No. 58068 [2020] NSWCA 250 (“Cooper”) which held that by-laws containing blanket...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (U)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter U. Unconditional When contracts are exchanged under a cooling off period and...
The A – Z of Family Law (N)
In this week’s series on the A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter N, covering the topic Notice of Risk. Notice of Risk relates to the notice of child abuse, family violence, or risk to children. The...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (T)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter T. Tenancy Agreement When a property is leased, a Tenancy Agreement is entered...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (S)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter S. Sales Advice A Sales Advice is provided by a selling agent when terms of a...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (Q & R)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letters Q&R Quiet enjoyment An owner or tenant of a property has the right to...
The A – Z of Family Law (M)
In this week's series of A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter M, covering topics of Mediation and Marriage. Mediation Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution. A mediator is...
The A – Z of Family Law (L)
In this week’s series on the A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter L, covering the topics of Lawyers, Legal Aid and Limitation Periods. Lawyers The word ‘Lawyers’ is sometimes used...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (P)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter P. Penalty Interest If you are purchasing a property and are unable to complete...
The A – Z of Family Law (J & K)
In this week’s series on the A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter J and K, covering the topics of Judicial officers & Section 90K. Judicial officers ‘Judicial officer’ is the broad...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (O)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter O. Occupation Certificate A certificate which certifies that a newly built...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (N)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter N. Negotiations Prior to an auction, exchanging the contract or during the cooling-off...
What are my entitlements when I separate?
Separation can be an emotionally and financially draining time for both parties and the family as a whole. We look at what your entitlements may be when you separate (subject to individual circumstances). Child...
The A – Z of Family Law (I)
In this week’s series on the A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter I, covering the topics of Injunctions and Interim Hearings. Injunctions The Family and Federal Circuit Court both have the...