Legal Resources
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Time Limits in Finalising a Family Law Property Settlement
Under our current legal system, time limits on finalising a property settlement are imposed to try and ensure a timely resolution to settlements and to avoid undue delays.
Read More 08-08-2023 | Resource | Simone Thomas -
Purchasing as Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common in NSW
It is important to understand the different types of property ownership arrangements when purchasing a property with someone else, and what will work for you.
Read More 07-08-2023 | Resource | Brent Jones -
What Happens if You Die Without a Will?
What happens to your assets if you don’t have a Will and does the Government take them? Dying without a will can have significant consequences on the distribution of your estate...
Read More 07-08-2023 | Resource | Marco Manna -
How Can I Find Out How Much Super My Ex-Partner Has?
There are a number of ways to find out how much superannuation (retirement savings) your former partner has when negotiating a property settlement.
Read More 27-06-2023 | Resource | Simone Thomas -
Can My Distant Relatives Challenge My Will?
There are strict criteria for anyone seeking to challenge a Will and if a person doesn’t fit into one of the categories of eligibility, their chances of successfully contesting the Will are remote.
Read More 27-06-2023 | Resource | Marco Manna -
How to make a Granny Flat work for your family
Granny flats can provide a cost-effective housing option in today's economic climate - but what should you consider before rushing into a granny flat arrangement?
Read More 26-06-2023 | Resource -
Mum has Dementia, I need to make a Will for her: Capacity in Estate Planning
Having dementia does not necessarily mean that a person cannot make a valid Will, but a capacity assessment may be necessary to determine whether the person can make rational and informed choices.
Read More 26-05-2023 | Resource | Marco Manna -
Cyber Fraud and Law Firms: Protecting Your Information
A sophisticated email scam has been targeting Australian law firms and their clients in recent months. Protect your information by following these steps...
Read More 26-05-2023 | Resource -
My Child is 12: Can they decide which parent they want to live with?
When a couple separates and they have a child, there is a common misconception that the child will have the deciding vote about which parent they would like to live with when they reach the age of 12....
Read More 25-05-2023 | Resource | Simone Thomas