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With increasing financial burdens on the cost of living, it is not uncommon for individuals to seek financial assistance from relatives. Many individuals may turn to the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ for money to assist in the purchase of a property, vehicle, or other asset. Read more about what you need to consider in this scenario.

Court filing fees can be an expensive addition to an already costly time. The good news is that some people are eligible for a reduction of these fees or an exemption altogether. Read more in our article…

Court filing fees can be an expensive addition to an already costly time. The good news is that some people are eligible for a reduction of these fees or an exemption altogether. Read more in our article…

The traditional method of coming to a solicitor’s office to discuss your queries regarding a legal situation you may be facing can be defeating when you don’t think you can make it past the first hurdle of getting to the solicitor’s office. You may have mobility issues, transportation issues or health issues which prevent you from doing so. There are options to ensure you can proceed with your matter…

A Testamentary Trust is essentially a trust that forms part of a Will. A Testamentary Trust comes into existence by direction of the deceased’s Will after they have died. So what are the benefits of a Testamentary Trust? Read more in our article…

Unfortunately, a number of family law matters involve what is referred to as ‘coercive control’. However, in a positive move towards protecting people navigating family violence whilst going through the process of separating from their former partner, the NSW Government has now passed legislation criminalising coercive control. Read more in our article…

Unfortunately, many of those who are looking for legal advice and assistance in family law upon separation have also experienced, criminal proceedings in the Local Court or District Courts. What happens in criminal proceedings may affect the outcome of your parenting or property proceedings. Read more in our article…

On 1 January 2023, the Retail Leases Regulation 2022 (the “Regulation”) commenced, offering further inclusions for the types of businesses included under Schedule 1 of the Retail Leases Act 1994 (the “Act”).

Gyms and bars now fall under the definition of retail shop and are the latest beneficiary of stronger protections provided under the Act.

Couples who want financial security can enter into a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) at any time during their relationship, this is dependent upon the nature and stage of their relationship. In a Binding Financial Agreement a couple can set out how their property and other assets would be divided if they were to separate. Read more in our article…

Couples who want financial security can enter into a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) at any time during their relationship, this is dependent upon the nature and stage of their relationship. In a Binding Financial Agreement a couple can set out how their property and other assets would be divided if they were to separate. Read more in our article…