Saving tax with Trusts
A Testamentary Trust is an often discussed but rarely understood mechanism by which assets are inherited following someone passing away. If used correctly, a Testamentary Trust can be immensely...
Read MoreAre adopted children eligible to contest a will?
Under the law, an adopted child qualifies as a “natural” child. The NSW Succession Act provides clarification on this topic by stating that an adopted child has the same...
Read MoreAVOs and Family Law
How does an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order Affect Parenting Orders in New South Wales In certain situations, a breakdown in a relationship might be due to an incident involving...
Read MoreSpilling the tea on Jones v Dunkel – S05E01 – Adrian Corbould Wills & Estates
What is the Jones v Dunkel rule – and why is it relevant to my family provision claim or defence? Hello, I’m Adrian Corbould, Accredited Specialist in Wills &...
Read MoreChanges to stamp duty for first home buyers
From 1 July 2023, the New South Wales Government has changed the thresholds for the exemption from payment of stamp duty for new or existing homes and the time...
Read MoreDo you need a shareholders agreement?
Introduction Your company is governed by its constitution that is put in place when the company is created. This, however, does not set out the rights and responsibilities of...
Read MoreWhat is spousal maintenance in NSW?
Spousal maintenance is important to understand, as many people will go through a separation in their lives. In marriages and de facto relationships, it is not uncommon for one...
Read MoreGuide to changing your child’s surname in NSW
There are many reasons why a parent might want to change their child’s surname. Most commonly, parents will want their child to bear the same name as them. It...
Read More7 Hot Tips for Buying Property Off the Plan in NSW
In this article we’ll be discussing some hot tips that will act as your guide to buying off the plan. 1. Lock in the right price by doing market...
Read MoreGuide to Family Dispute Resolution
Understanding family dispute resolution (“FDR”) processes is important for separating families. FDR provides a constructive and collaborative approach to resolving disputes. The objective of FDR is to help avoid...
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