Where can I obtain an Application for Divorce form and where do I file? You can obtain a Divorce Application kit at the following … [Read more...]
Applying for a Divorce – Part 1 of 3 Articles (Family Law)
Applying for a Divorce can be an emotional and difficult decision. Australia has a no-fault divorce system. The Court is not interested in why your marriage ended. The grounds for a divorce need … [Read more...]
What is a power of attorney and what is the difference between a general power of attorney and an enduring power of attorney?
Power of attorney A power of attorney is a legal document appointing another person the authority to make financial decisions on your behalf. Financial decisions relate to the management of your … [Read more...]
What is an Advance Care Directive and do I need one?
On 1 July 2014, the new Advance Care Directives came into effect replacing Enduring Powers of Guardianship, Medical Powers of Attorney and Anticipatory Directions. If you already have a valid … [Read more...]
Protecting your Brand
Last week we saw aspiring NFL star Jarryd Hayne commence the process to trade mark his own name in a move to “protect his own brand”. So, what does this actually mean? Brand protection is synonymous … [Read more...]
My spouse and I have agreed upon a property division, what should we do now? (Family Law)
Where you and your spouse have come to an agreement in relation to the division of your property, it is important that you document your agreement in an enforceable manner. This is usually done by … [Read more...]
GST Exemption for Overseas Online Purchases soon to be a thing of the past
For those of you who are frequent on line shoppers on overseas websites, last Friday’s announcement from the Federal and State Treasurers to scrap the GST exemption for imported goods and services … [Read more...]
Changes to South Australian Stamp Duty Laws
The 2015-16 State Budget introduced a number of much welcomed stamp duty changes. The most significant of these changes relate to an abolition of stamp duty on business transactions and share … [Read more...]
Employment Law – Increase to the Minimum Wage
It is that time of the year again where the Fair Work Commission announces its annual wage review. As of 1 July 2015 there is a 2.5% increase to minimum wages. This change applies to workers … [Read more...]
What is a subpoena? (Family Law)
(Family Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court of Australia) In these Courts a party to the proceedings (for instance the husband or the wife) can issue a legal document to a third party … [Read more...]
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