Receiving a subpoena can be a stressful time for a person or organisation, particularly if they don’t understand what’s required of them or what they should do next. If you or a loved one have recently been subpoenaed, keep reading. In this post, we’ll walk through what a subpoena is, what happens when you receive…
If you’ve ever heard the term ‘estate planning’ before, you may be wondering what it involves, as well as if it’s something that applies to you. At the end of the day, estate planning allows you and your loved ones to have peace of mind in case something was to happen to you. Therefore, it’s…
Relationship breakdowns can be stressful and difficult situations to go through, and this is especially true when children are involved. Not only will their welfare and custody need to be taken into account, but it is also necessary to determine the amount of child support which must be paid, and by whom. Knowing how child…
If you’ve recently encountered the breakdown of a de facto relationship, then you might be wondering what your legal rights are moving forward. Or perhaps you’re currently in a de facto relationship and know little about the legalities of this arrangement. Although you and your partner are unmarried, you may be surprised to hear that…
The death of a loved one can be a challenging time fraught with big decisions. In some cases, a person may feel as though they’ve been left out of a loved one’s will or treated unjustly by the deceased (also known as the Testator). At other times, a person may call into question the validity…
The Melbourne real estate market has tipped in favour of buyers, with stock levels above average and vendors accepting larger discounts. While this is great news for anyone thinking of buying a home within Melbourne and its surrounding suburbs, it also means more people will be requiring the services of a conveyancer. Keep reading to…
According to the most recent statistics, 49,510 divorces were granted in Australia in 2020, representing an increase of 1.9%. If you and your partner are beginning the process of a divorce, you may be wondering if you require the services of a divorce lawyer. While not all parties hire legal representation during this time, it’s…
Setting up a new business is an exciting time; however, it can also be one that’s full of uncertainty. There are many reasons why you need a lawyer when starting a business, including many of which you may have overlooked. In this article, we examine each of these areas to set you on the right…
One of the most common questions we receive from clients is “do I need a Will?”. We suggest that everyone over the age of 18 write a Will to legally document their wishes and relieve the pressure on their loved ones during a time of grief. A Will is a legal document that specifies who will inherit…
Separating couples should make reasonable attempts to agree on the future living arrangements, care and responsibility for their children. The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) provides that, unless there are extenuating circumstances, dispute resolution is compulsory if agreement cannot be reached, prior to bringing an application for parenting orders to the family law courts. Unless…