Living Blog
There are a number of benefits to choosing to work with a local law firm that is close to home and familiar with the community you live in. In this article, we discuss with one of our senior solicitors why choosing a local lawyer close to home may be right for you. Are you considering travelling several kilometres for legal advice from a big city firm? Read this first.
Will clients benefit from working with a firm that is well established in a smaller community versus a big city firm?In my opinion, yes, clients will benefit from engaging practitioners that are local to where they either live...
What Does "Parenting" and "Property" mean?
Parenting and property issues are dealt with by the Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia, under the Family Law Act, 1975.
The Early Stages of Separation: What a Lawyer Can Do to Help
The process of separating from your partner can be an extremely emotional time for all parties involved. Whether you are beginning to consider separating from your partner, or you have been separated...
Warning: Applying for a Divorce Online and Self Representation
It might seem like an easier and cheaper solution to consider representing yourself and applying for a divorce online, but could it cost you more in the long run? We spoke with one of our senior...
How to Begin the Divorce Process
We understand that considering filing for divorce comes with a number of questions and concerns. How long do I need to wait before I can file? How long does the process take? One of our senior...
An Integrated Competitive Edge
Four states across Australia have released transformation timelines to transition to online settlements, but what is the property industry doing to prepare?
Divorce & Children: Common Questions & Concerns Answered
There’s no doubt that divorce can be further complicated when there are children in the picture. Below is an interview conducted with one of our senior lawyers on some of the most common questions...
How To Exchange Contracts of Sale In NSW
Gazumped. The word no real estate agent or buyer wants to hear. However, in the current real estate market where there are more buyers than sellers, gazumping is going to occur more often than not...
What is an Easement?
When looking at plans in a contract or speaking with your conveyancer, you may notice on the plan or hear the word “easements” mentioned. Let me explain what an easement on a property is.
Swimming Pool and Spa Regulations – Compliance requirements before you sell
Do you have a pool and are about to sell your home? Well there is some very important information you need to know.
