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...
Do I need a Grant of Probate?

Do I need a Grant of Probate?

Has one of your loved ones recently passed away with a valid Will and you are wondering how to distribute their Estate? You may need a lawyer to assist you in the application process to obtain a Grant of Probate. You might be wondering what ‘Grant of Probate’ means. A...
Creditor’s Statutory Demand

Creditor’s Statutory Demand

What can you do if you are owed over $2,000 by a company? Did you know that if you are owed over $2000 by a company debtor you might be able to utilise a creditor’s statutory demand (“a statutory demand”) to pursue the debt? What is a creditor’s statutory demand?...
Is my Lease a Retail Lease?

Is my Lease a Retail Lease?

If you have entered a lease or plan to enter one for your business as a tenant or perhaps as a landlord, you may have to consider the question of whether it is a ‘Retail Lease.’ The Retail Leases Act 2003 (‘the Act’) is the legislation which determines what is...
Does my Will direct my Super?

Does my Will direct my Super?

A common mistake made when considering the distribution of your estate is assuming that your superannuation is automatically distributed per your Will. Interestingly, super does not typically form a part of your estate upon your passing. So, what will happen to my...