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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.

How to Make Sure That You Set up Your Family's Estate Correctly When Making a Major Purchase

Posted on November 6, 2017

A family unit should always aim to be as cohesive as possible. This applies to everyday life and planning, but it should also apply to estate affairs when the breadwinners pass away. While this can be a difficult situation to address, it's nevertheless important for the whole family to consider how any major purchases could affect them all in such a situation. When buying an investment property, therefore, how should you proceed? [Read More]

How to Avoid Common Mistakes Made When Buying a House

Posted on October 2, 2017

Buying a home is one of the biggest leaps in a human life. It is a significant investment both financially and emotionally, so one must be very careful. Unfortunately, many people get carried away at the moment and make major mistakes that lead to loss of money and emotional distress later on. If you want to ensure your purchase is worth it, here are some of the steps you must follow: [Read More]

Separating? How to Proceed Equitably If You Live in Different Countries

Posted on June 29, 2017

When two individuals who have been married for some time separate, it is frequently very difficult to agree over "who gets what." In ordinary circumstances, this can lead to protracted negotiations or arguments and if the individuals cannot agree informally, may lead to a court case. Imagine how complicated this could become, therefore, when the two individuals in question live in different countries and may have assets in these other territories as well. [Read More]

What You Should Do If You've Been Accused of a Crime, but There Are Errors in the Charge

Posted on June 29, 2017

The criminal justice system can be complicated and with good reason. The rights of the individual are always paramount and if someone is accused of a crime, then evidence must be brought forward to prove that they are guilty, beyond a reasonable doubt. This is why criminal defence attorneys exist, to make sure that someone who has been accused by the authorities has proper representation, once again due to the complexity of the system. [Read More]