June 2026 – Nicole Eadie
New compliance requirements are coming.
From 1 July 2026, law firms (along with accountants, conveyancers, real estate agents and certain dealers) will be brought into Australia’s Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) regime.
These requirements already apply
June 2026
When asked about this Judgement, Scott Freidman, Director of Harris Freidman Lawyers says it plainly, “There is a moment in almost every major governance failure where, in hindsight, someone knew something they did not say.
June 2026 – Brenda Fang
The short answer is yes. Planning ahead allows you to prepare for a situation where you may lose the capacity to manage your personal and financial affairs.
An Enduring Power of Attorney allows you to
August 2025 – Nicola Sharp
As prices rise and we enter the “spending season,” many are looking for ways to save money. One area seeing growth is online will providers, with prices as low as $80 (especially during Black Friday
August 2025 – Hannah Phelps
Transfer duty (stamp duty) is a significant cost for anyone purchasing or transferring property in New South Wales (NSW). It applies not only to residential and commercial purchases but also to certain transfers between family members.
When
July 2025 – Nicola Sharp
Earlier this month, Justice Mark Richmond gave a judgment in the matter of The Estate of Thwaite. The case was a request for judicial advice for the interpretation of a clause in the Will of
June 2025 – Nicola Sharp
A Commercial Lease is a legal agreement between the Lessor/Landlord and the Lessee/Tenant that details the right and obligations of each of the
June 2025 – Hannah Phelps
New to the game? What first home buyers should look out for in NSW sale contracts
Buying your first property is an exciting, yet often overwhelming experience. It is crucial to understand that when you purchase a
June 2025 – Rosemary Saad
From Divorce to Dogs: Australia’s Family Law Gets a Modern Makeover
Extensive and generational changes to Australia’s family law system officially commenced on Tuesday 10 June 2025.
The amendments affect key areas of the law, including:
June 2025 – Nicola Sharp
How Do I Ensure My Children Are Cared For If I Die?
Having two young children myself, the thought has often crossed my mind:
May 2025 – Rosemary Saad
WHAT EVERY STARTUP NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT PROTECTING THEIR IP
Startups thrive on innovation, but without proper intellectual property (IP) protection, their innovation could be at risk.
IP is intangible – something you can’t physically touch or
March 2025 – Hannah Phelps
Australia Imposes Temporary Ban on Foreign Purchases of Established Dwellings
In a measure to address housing affordability and availability, on 16 February 2025, the Australian Government announced significant changes to its foreign investment policies regarding residential properties.
