What is a retail lease?Retail leases are a type of commercial lease and in Victoria are governed by the Retail Leases Act 2003
Have you been charged with a criminal offence?Being charged with a criminal offence can be an extremely stressful time. As a first step, your best option is to find legal representation.
What to consider before purchasing a businessBuying a business is a complex process that requires a significant amount of attention. It is important to understand the reasons...
Letters of Administration with the Will annexedWhen a person dies with a Will, however, the named executor has died, renounced, cannot be found or is unable or unwilling to act in the...
What is GST WithholdingPurchasers are required to withhold GST and remit it to the ATO on the purchase of new residential premises or potential residential land.
Partition Agreements - The Process and Evidentiary Requirements A partition agreement is an agreement that can be entered into by co-owners of a property for the purposes of partitioning ownership
Commercial LeasesA commercial lease is a legally binding contract between a business owner and the owner of the real estate property.
What is a final inspection?When purchasing a property, general condition 22 of the Contract of Sale states that you (or a person nominated by you) have the right to...
Who is responsible for the connection of services?Moving into a new property is an exciting and busy time in one’s life. Therefore, it is important to note and understand which services...
Challenging a Will - Part IV ClaimsAn application under Part IV of the Administration and Probate Act 1958 Victoria is a claim made against a deceased’s estate. Such an...
What is Probate?Probate is an order of the Supreme Court that gives a person to administer the estate of the deceased person.
What is a Solicitor/Guarantor Certificate?Generally, a Solicitor’s Certificate is required by banks when you have been asked to guarantee a loan. A guarantee to a loan is an...
What is an executor of a Will?When you make a Will, you appoint an executor. The executor to a Will is responsible for carrying out someone’s final wishes after they...
Who is responsible for the connection of services?Moving into a new property is an exciting and busy time in one’s life. Therefore, it is important to note and understand which services...
What is e-conveyancing?Electronic conveyancing or “e-conveyancing” is an online platform provided by Property Exchange Australia Limited (PEXA), where...
What is a Partition Agreement?A transfer of land pursuant to a partition agreement can have the benefit of attracting nil or minimal stamp duty. The concept is that,...