Solicitor’s Certificate: What & Why?

Solicitor’s Certificate: What & Why?

If you are in the process of applying for a loan or guaranteeing somebody else’s loan, the bank or lender you are dealing with may ask you to get a solicitor’s certificate. If you already understand the implications of getting a loan or going guarantor, (see our blog...
Solicitor’s Certificate: A Lender’s Perspective

Solicitor’s Certificate: A Lender’s Perspective

Are you lending a significant amount of money to somebody? Are you insisting that the borrower and/or guarantor get a Legal Practitioner Certificate or Solicitor’s Certificate? If not, please read below as to why you really should do so.Lenders often require a...
Family Law Court Procedures

Family Law Court Procedures

In September 2021 the Family Law Court system underwent some significant changes including the creation of one Court that now deals with all Family Law matters being the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. With the creation of this Court also came the...
Going Guarantor: Is it Right for You?

Going Guarantor: Is it Right for You?

Has somebody you know asked you to be their guarantor? Are they struggling to save a deposit, or can’t seem to get a loan? In simple terms, a guarantor can help another person secure a loan, such as a home loan from a bank, by ‘guaranteeing’ it, using their own...
What to do in a Police Interview?

What to do in a Police Interview?

As a lawyer who practices in criminal law I often get asked by people what they should do if the police want to interview them. In this blog post, I will provide some important guidance on what you should do and how you can protect your legal rights if you are...
The cooling-off period in Victoria

The cooling-off period in Victoria

Have you signed a Contract of Sale of Land to buy a property in Victoria, and now have buyer’s remorse? You may be able to end the Contract during the cooling-off period, but not without making sure your situation checks all the right boxes. Section 31 of the Sale of...