Do you have a family trust or are you thinking of establishing a discretionary trust? This blog contains important information for you to take into consideration. Discretionary trusts (often referred to as family trusts) are becoming more common, and many people are using them as
Global or Asset-by-Asset? In family law property disputes the asset pool available to the Court for division between the parties is typically made up of assets that have been acquired by either or both of the parties before, during and after cohabitation. The Court has
Although it can be confronting, it is important to make plans for what is to happen to your assets and affairs after you die, and who is to take charge of your affairs in the event you lose capacity. This involves more than just having
Whether you are an existing tenant or entering into a new commercial, retail or residential lease, you should make it your business to know your rights; because your business may depend on it. Commercial Leases Commercial leases are applicable to a premise that are usually
The Federal Government has introduced a new requirement for all company directors, or people who intend on becoming a director of a company. Commencing from November 2021, all directors of a company must have a Director Identification Number, also known as a ‘Director ID’, which
Divorce in Australia has one ground: the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage. This requires that the parties to the marriage be separated for at least 12 months. An often-asked question is whether it’s possible to be separated from your spouse while living in the same