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Receiving Property as a Gift? Know the Risks
Are your parents planning to gift to you a property? Did you know that there are certain requirements that must be fulfilled? Alex recently got married and as a wedding gift, his parents wanted to transfer their property to him. He attended our office
Landlord Legal Costs
Have you been asked to pay your landlord’s legal costs for a new lease? Did you know that in some circumstances the landlord is not allowed to seek payment or accept payment of its legal costs for a new lease? Entering a new lease for the first time can be
Do you need Strata Approval for renovations?
Do you need Strata Approval for renovations? If you are renovating a strata property then it is very important for you to consider whether or not you need approval for renovations. This is because failure to obtain approval can be very costly and upsetting as
How the Law Can Help You Get out of a Forced Marriage
If you have a friend or family member who is being forced into a marriage they do not want, they may find sanction in Australian Law. Australia has recently amended the Commonwealth Criminal Code Act to make it a criminal offence to force another into
De Facto Relationship & Property
What Is a De-Facto Relationship? A de facto relationship is an alternative relationship to marriage recognised by the Court under section 4AA of the Family Law Act (Cth). A couple is recognised as being in a de facto relationship if: Other factors that will
Child Support Payments
To determine which parent is required to make child support payments, how much they are required to pay, and its effect on Family Tax Benefit, an assessment is conducted based on both parents’ circumstances. For more personalised information, talk to one of