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Uhoh – I’ve lost the trust deed!

Trusts are very common business and investment structures. The powers, rights, and obligations of the parties to a trust (especially the trustee) are set out...

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Property Partnerships Down Under: Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants in Common in WA

If you purchase a property with someone else – do you know how it is owned? Let’s have a look at Joint Tenancy vs. Tenants...

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The Great Separation – even the celebrities can’t escape it!

What do Twiggy Forrest, Ariana Grande, and Justin Trudeau have in common? They have each graced our newsfeeds recently, joining a rapidly growing cohort of...

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What is arbitration and how can it help you with your family law matter?

What is arbitration and how can it help you with your family law matter? This is an important question that nobody knows to ask. Before...

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Did You Know Your Parent Can Contest Your Estate?

When thinking about your Will and who you will provide for, often people do not make provisions for their parents. In Western Australia, there are...

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Bad contracts and how to avoid them

People all over the world enter into contracts every day. Contracts can come in many forms – they can be written, verbal, or even a...

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Why you shouldn’t talk about custody and care percentages

Although you may see such terms as “custody” or “care percentages” commonly used on television or in social media, it is better to avoid referring...

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Signed, sealed, delivered…thumbs up emoji creates a binding contract?

With advances in technology and the commonality of using electronic means to sign and execute documents, it is no surprise that we are now seeing...

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Why does my ex want to get the Family Court involved when we already have an agreement?

Whilst the Family Court of Western Australia (“the Family Court”) is often the arena of choice for sparring spouses, the Family Court also holds a...

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Safeguarding Against Elder Abuse: what can I do to protect myself or others?

Elder abuse is a pressing concern in Western Australia, as it is in many parts of the world. It is estimated that around 1 in...

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Navigating the DIY Will Danger Zone: Protecting Your Estate’s Future

Traditionally DIY Wills have been offered through outlets such as post offices, offering a standard template for individuals to fill in as their Will. However,...

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A Succession Lesson in Negotiations

The Season Four opener of the HBO series Succession serves as a timely reminder on some key mistakes that can be made in negotiations. The...

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