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Australian law news

Law is an incredibly dynamic field. Each day you get to work and have to know what the new case law is, and what new legislation has been asked. The law is always changing to reflect our society's values more and to create a fair and equitable environment for us to live and work. Australia is lucky to have such a vibrant and open legal system and I feel lucky to be a participant in our legal system. This site is a collection of my thoughts and analysis into current and historical cases and interesting trends in legislation across the federal and state system.

Can You Protect an Inheritance Prior to or Following Separation?

Posted on March 10, 2022

When two people in a relationship argue, money is often at the centre. Such an argument can become serious and protracted where the sum of money is significant, and this can certainly lead to a court case following separation. So what should you do if you expect to get an inheritance at some stage in the future? Also, what will happen if you receive that inheritance after a recent separation? [Read More]

Why You Require a Lawyer to Draft Your Will

Posted on October 22, 2021

Contemplating getting started creating your will? About half of Australians don't have a legally binding will, meaning they risk dying intestate. When a person dies intestate, the estate and inheritance laws of their specific state or territory will be used to determine how their wealth and assets should be distributed. This may not always conform to the wishes of the deceased person.  To ensure your estate will be shared according to your specific instructions when you die, it's important to create a valid will. [Read More]

Do You Have a Small Business Startup? 3 Benefits of Hiring a Commercial Lawyer

Posted on August 18, 2021

Venturing into business is exciting. You get an opportunity to bring an idea to life and solve a problem for your clients. However, you should follow the right processes to ensure that your dream turns into a multi-million business empire. One of the things to always remember is that society has become quite litigious. Your business might fail if you make a small mistake during the setup when hiring employees and other initial stages of business development. [Read More]

A Guide on How to Purchase Property in a Retirement Village

Posted on May 5, 2021

Would you want to move into a retirement village? If you do, you require the help of a retirement village lawyer to help you through the property buying process. In the excerpt below, you will learn the reasons why you need a lawyer's help when buying property in a retirement village and the considerations to make when hiring this lawyer.  Why Do You Require the Services of a Retirement Village Lawyer? [Read More]