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5 Essential Steps: Business Succession Planning
For many entrepreneurs, their business is their baby. You have likely spent years, perhaps decades, pouring your energy into building it from the ground up. You know every client, every process, and every challenge. However, there comes a time when every owner must...
Estate Planning 101: Your Frequently Asked Questions Answered
We often spend our lives building wealth, nurturing families, and planning for upcoming holidays or retirement. Yet, one of the most critical aspects of our financial life is often pushed to the bottom of the to-do list: estate planning. While estate planning can seem...
Protecting Your Rights to See Your Grandchildren
If you are a grandparent facing the challenging circumstances of a break-up in your family group, you may be worried about your right to continue seeing much-loved grandchildren. Unfortunately, after separation or family conflict, some grandparents may only see their...
What happens when a contract is breached?
Contracts are a common tool used throughout our lives to create legal relationships between parties to define what actions people will take. If you have entered into a contract with another party, you are obligated to abide by the terms and conditions of the contract....
Top 6 Power of Attorney Questions
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives a trusted person (your attorney) the legal authority to act for you and to make certain legally binding decisions on your behalf. If you do not have a Power of Attorney, then you may want to contact us to find out...
Dividing a Family Business After Divorce: What Couples Need to Know
Divorce is a difficult and disruptive life event, and when a family business is involved, the stakes are even higher. In Australia, a family business forms part of the relationship’s asset pool and must be divided fairly between spouses. This article explains the key...
Do Landlords Need a Commercial Lease Agreement?
If you own commercial premises that you rent out, a carefully drafted commercial lease agreement for landlords is essential. Commercial lease agreements are usually prepared by the landlord (or their legal representative) and should be structured to protect your...
Do You Need a Lawyer to Make a Will?
When it comes to estate planning, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is whether to use a lawyer to make a Will. While creating a Will yourself might seem like a straightforward task, it’s a legal document that requires careful consideration and precision....
Buying a Property? Don’t Skip the Pre-Settlement Inspection
Purchasing a property is a significant undertaking. One crucial step in the process that should not be overlooked is the pre-settlement inspection. This involves the buyer inspecting the property just prior to completing the purchase. In this article, we explore the...
Protecting Business Interests in Family Law Matters
Family law issues, such as divorce or separation, can be more than just personal battles; they can send shockwaves through a business, potentially impacting its operations, cash flow, and long-term viability. Disruption can stem from a relationship breakdown between...