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.
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...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (M)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter M. Mortgage A mortgage is the loan taken out to assist in the funding of a...
The A – Z of Family Law (H)
In this week’s series on the A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter H, covering the topics of Hearings and Hearsay. Hearings There are many types of ‘hearings’ and court ‘listings’ you may be...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (L)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letter L. Land Tax Land tax is a yearly tax payable to Revenue NSW if you own a...
The A – Z of Family Law (G)
In this week’s series on the A – Z of Family Law, Georgia takes a look at the letter G, covering the area of Guardians. Case Guardians A Case Guardian comes into place in a Family Law matter when you are...
The A – Z of Conveyancing (J & K)
This week in the A – Z of Conveyancing, we’ll go through the commonly used terms in relation to conveyancing, looking at the letters J & K. Joint tenants When there are two parties purchasing a property, you...
School is back! Our tips for separated parents during the back to school rush
It can often be a hectic time getting children ready to return to school. This means getting them back into their normal routine and resettled while also dealing with new teachers, friends and challenges. It may...