Inheritance disputes and property settlements
What’s mine is yours There is a common misconception that, when a couple separates, if one party has received an … Read more
Anthony Steel
Subdividing Land
Subdividing land is the process of breaking down a parcel of land into at least two smaller parcels. The cost … Read more
Wills for blended families: securing your step-children’s future
Blended families are increasingly common in Australia. They generally include half-siblings, stepchildren, and parents who may have remarried. An important … Read more
Financial Agreements
Financial Agreement is the term the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) uses for Pre-nuptial agreements (pre-nups), Post-nuptial … Read more
Why do I need a lawyer to review my mortgage documents?
If you are a guarantor , borrower or lender, you may be required to seek independent legal advice before you … Read more
Negotiations in Family Provision claims in NSW
What is a Family Provision claim? A family provision claim is a dispute of a deceased person’s Will, asserting that … Read more
What should I include in a sale of business contract?
Having a well-drafted contract is a crucial part of the business sale process. In this blog, we outline the essential … Read more
Who pays a deceased estate’s fees and expenses?
The deceased’s estate pays funeral expenses, legal and accounting fees, any outstanding debts, and any accounts that become due, such … Read more
Estate planning and foreign beneficiaries
A beneficiary named in an Australian Will classed as ‘foreign person’ must apply to the Foreign Investment Review Board (FIRB) … Read more
Does your intended executor live overseas?
Selecting a suitable executor is an integral aspect of estate planning. Your executor deals with everything from applying for a … Read more
