Generally speaking, there are 3 issues to discuss after a relationship breaks down irretrievably. 1. Divorce (if the parties are married). You cannot apply for a divorce until separated for at least 12 months. Separation can be under the same roof if not living as a couple. 2. Parenting. If there are dependant children (under […]
When helping our client Purchasers, a review of the Contract of Sale and Vendor’s Statement (Section 32) by Kelly and Chapman before signing will give you an understanding of what it is that you will be signing if your are the winning bidder. Contract of Sale documents can be very complex by nature and should […]
Significant amendments to the provisions regarding persons eligible to make Family Provisions claims commenced on 1 January 2015. It applies to the estates of all persons dying on and from 1 January 2015. The categories of possible claimants are wider than in the previous regime but it also excludes a number of claimants previously included. […]
A trading name was a name used by an entity or person to trade under, without it being registered as a business name. Trading names were collected prior to 28 May 2012 by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). They will be displayed on the Australian Business Register (ABR) until 31 October 2018. You are still […]