Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 13 May 2019 What is a Special Disability Trust and why might one be beneficial for my family?

A Special Disability Trust (SDT) is a Trust which can be established for the benefit of a person who has a “severe disability or...

Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 12 April 2019 What happens to my mortgage after my death?

Leaving a gift of property is something those who are able to may wish to include in their Will.  But what happens if that...

Family Law 12 April 2019 Mediation in Family Law

Mediation is increasingly becoming a preferred method of resolving family law disputes for both clients and legal practitioners alike, with litigation often now seen...

Workplace Relations 10 April 2019 Entry rights – Does a union official’s right to enter your workplace extend to periods outside of work hours?

Can a union official enter your workplace outside work hours to hold discussions with your employees? This question was recently addressed by the Federal Court...

News 4 April 2019 New appointment

This month we welcomed Bonnie Phillips as Special Counsel in the Family Law team. Bonnie is an Accredited Family Law Specialist with the Law...

Corporate & Commercial 4 March 2019 Recreational services: Wa(i)ving liability goodbye under the Australian Consumer Law

The warmer months usually see an increased participation in outdoor recreational activities. Now is the time to surf that wave, climb that cliff face,...

Family Law 6 February 2019 I did not see my children over the holiday period, what do I do?

Holiday periods should be a time to relax, have fun and enjoy a break. However, for separated families the holiday period can be stressful....

Workplace Relations 17 December 2018 Reducing redundancy payments through acceptable alternative employment

A redundancy typically occurs when an employer has made a definite decision that the employer no longer wishes the job the employee has done...

Corporate & Commercial 17 December 2018 Selling your business? Our top tips to avoid common mistakes

Selling a business can be both an exciting and daunting experience.  Contractual and legislative obligations can (understandably) cause potential sellers to feel overwhelmed or...

Corporate & Commercial 7 December 2018 Importance of advice when buying a franchise

The purchase or establishment of a business can be an exciting opportunity, however the wrong decision at the outset can have drastic consequences, both...

Workplace Relations 3 December 2018 Modern awards get more ‘family friendly’

From December 1, a new model award term will be inserted into all modern awards, requiring employers to make a genuine attempt to reach...

News 3 December 2018 New appointment

We recently welcomed Nikketa Anderson as a Lawyer in the Corporate & Commercial department. Years of practice in a range of corporate and commercial matters...