Small business is not completely exempt from unfair dismissal rules. Know your obligations to avoid the risk of a ruling against you.
Read MoreThe sense of ownership we have over the goods and personal belongings in our homes can be a great source of stress when dividing it all up as part of a property settlement. Marika McMahon has seen this many times and has some advice for how to avoid getting the lawyers involved with this part of the process.
Read MoreWho hasn't seen a movie where the plot hinges on how old someone has to be before they come into their inheritance? In real life selecting the appropriate age when you create your will requires consideration of several factors beyond what you see in the movies.
Read MoreWe are often asked what the 'rates adjustment' that occurs as a part of a property sale means. It's an important part of the process that makes sure both parties contribute their fair share of rates for the financial year.
Read MoreWhen dividing assets in a family law case, the court considered many factors including the "future needs" of each party. This article highlights some of the more common areas of consideration.
Read MoreBeing a family lawyer as well as a keen punter, Marika's mind often turns to how a big win or a big loss at the track can pan out in later family law proceedings. There's not too many things more tragic than when a relationship fails due to tensions arising out of one party's gambling problems. Sadly, it is something she see's happen all to often in practice, although more commonly from pokies than ponies.
Read MoreA normal Will provides a gift to a beneficiary without any conditions. However, a Discretionary Testamentary Trust (“DTT”) has the effect of supercharging the gift. Tax, protection from creditors and relationship breakdowns, and savings, all enter into your decision.
Read MoreHaving prepared more than 5,000 wills over 30 years; Russell Robertson has been able to resolve plans for just about every situation that could possibly arise. For even the most complex situation, there is a solution. Many clients are often surprised that after a detailed conversation, a workable solution could be agreed upon relatively quickly. If you go to a specialist Doctor, you would expect that they would be able to diagnose and treat your condition, no matter how unusual. A specialist lawyer is no different. This post lists the key information you should bring with you to a meeting with your lawyer.
Read MoreOFRM will be one of the first law firms in Australia to conduct conveyancing transactions electronically. Through PEXA (Property Exchange Australia) and with the support of the major banks, major state governments, states titles offices and land registries, the way property settlements are conducted in offices around the country will become a thing of the past.
Read MoreFamily Law Conciliation Conferences have a good rate of resolution and though they can be exhausting and intense this form of court conducted mediation is much less stressful than what happens when your matter goes to a final hearing.
Read MoreWhen older couples separate the property settlement process can be more complex, especially if it is a second or third relationship.
Read MoreFamily Law is a complex and ever evolving field. Marika shares some of the newest developments from the National Family Law Conference held in October 2014.
Read MoreMarika provides a summary from the National Family Law Conference of the major issues facing Family Law.
Read MoreWhen deciding who gets what as part of a property settlement even superannuation needs to be considered.
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If you are thinking of separating, as scary as that may be, it's beneficial to seek some confidential, legal advice beforehand to help you prepare.
Read MoreThis interesting Supreme Court judgment on a hospital bedside will reinforced the vital need that you make sure you get your will done right.
Read MoreConstruction on the new Bendigo Hospital is bound to have an effect on the property market as new people move to the city.
Read MoreDo you know that when you guarantee you can be called upon to sell your house to pay it? Riley explains the risks involved.
Read MoreWhen most people need us it's usually for something they would describe as "big" and that can make meeting a lawyer intimidating. At OFRM we take specific care to ensure your visit with us is comfortable.
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