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We aim to provide you with proactive and strategic legal and practical advice. Our articles provide a range of interesting and helpful insights on a vast array of topics.
'Tis the party season: Navigating legal pitfalls at the office Christmas party
The end of year Christmas party can sometimes test the boundaries of acceptable behaviour and it is important for your team to remember that these are work events.
What happens when probate is granted in Victoria and assets are held interstate?
Wills & Estates Lawyer Julian Liu explains what happens when probate is granted in Victoria, where the deceased held assets interstate.
Litigation: The importance of being earnest...
Honesty is important in all areas of your life, but especially when it comes to your conduct in legal proceedings. Associate Principal Caroline Callegari outlines the importance of being earnest so that your actions don’t later come back to bite you.
Safeguarding your property after separation
For many, owning real estate will often be the most significant asset and the cornerstone of financial (and personal) security Therefore, when a relationship breaks down, it is critical that you take steps to ensure that on your death, your property will pass in accordance with your wishes. Binay Prasad, Accredited Specialist (Wills & Estates Law), explains.
Protecting your Superannuation following a separation
Superannuation is a unique asset which does not automatically pass according to your Will. When your relationship breaks down, it is important to ensure that your superannuation will be paid in accordance with your final wishes. Binay Prasad, Accredited Specialist (Wills & Estates Law), summarises the current situation in Victoria.
Recent articles
How to ensure a settlement agreement is binding
After hours of discussion, you have reached an agreement with the other side. Now the question is; how do you ensure the settlement agreement is binding? We offer some tips for preparing Settlement Agreements.
Surveillance at work: Can my employer film and monitor me at work?
Generally speaking, an employer is entitled to monitor, their employee's work email accounts, work phones and online browsing (when such browsing is performed on a work computer). An employer can even monitor an employee's online browsing on their private mobile phone, should that browsing have occurred while the mobile phone was connected to the employer's Wi-Fi signal. Read here for more information.
Protecting my assets after death
For Will-makers, it is important to ensure that the beneficiaries of your estate receive your assets as intended. Fortunately, there are a range of options available to assist you to protect your assets after you die, as our Wills & Estates team explain.
International Wills: Making your Will effective overseas
An International Will must be executed in a manner that complies with both Victorian law and the UNIDROIT Convention. Binay Prasad provides a brief summary of the UNIDROIT Convention as it applies to International Wills.
What to consider when entering into a supply contract
There are a number of key aspects that should be considered and covered in a well-drafted supply contract. Some of these items may not necessarily be included in standard contracts and therefore you should understand the terminology before considering signing. Read here for more.
What happens if you cannot find a Will?
What do you do if you cannot find a Will after a person has died? Or perhaps you are unsure whether the person ever had a Will. Our Wills & Estates team provide tips on how to overcome this dilemma!
Major changes to labour hire laws!
The Victorian Government has passed the Victorian Labour Hire Licensing Act 2018 (Vic). The Act came into force in June 2018. Are you aware of the changes?
Thinking of suing someone? Read this first
What is becoming clear is that people are becoming more and more reliant on outside help to resolve all manner of disputes. It also appears that an increasing amount of people want their 'day in Court' to sort out their issues and to seek justice. However, filing a lawsuit is not as simple as you may think. Our Litigation Team explains.
Terminating an employee: What are the best procedures and practices?
Has it come time for you to terminate someone's employment? Do so with great care otherwise you could be exposing yourself to a costly and time consuming unfair dismissal claim. We outline key considerations when contemplating terminating an employees employment.
Co-ownership Agreements
A Co-ownership Agreement regulates the relationship between co-owners of a property. Our Property Law team outlines the common uses for Co-ownership Agreements and how they operate in various situations.
Merging two 'not-for-profit' enterprises
Mergers or amalgamations of two or more 'not-for-profit' enterprises can be stressful and can quickly involve a complex set of transactions. This article dicusses highlights some of the differences between the process of amalgamating two entities, and common pitfalls to avoid.
Major changes to Long Service Leave laws
Employees and employers are well aware that one of the entitlements accrued by employees is Long Service Leave. The Victorian Parliament has recently passed the Long Service Leave Bill (2017). This new legislation will come into force from early November 2018, at the latest, and contains some major changes.
