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The numbers are in: the state of marriages in Australia

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has recently released its annual statistics for Marriages and Divorces, Australia, 2018. There were 119,188 marriages in Australia in 2018.  In the first 12 months…
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Mum’s money or mine?

In (Dowsett v King [2019] NSWSC 1459) a fairly typical scenario unfolded.  Siblings quarrelled over Mum’s money whilst Mum was still alive.  Mum, aged 89 years, had 4 children.  She had…
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Self- defence and ‘Lawfulness’

The NSW Court of Appeal recently had to consider if self-defence could be relied on to avoid a finding that a person had been responsible for an ‘assault’, which ultimately…
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Parenting arrangements after separation- Some statistics

There is considerable variation in the ways that families arrange their children’s care after separation.   Issues such as the children’s age, the parents’ abilities to communicate and resolve post separation…
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Two Talents join Mullane Lindsay in 2020

Mullane Lindsay is very pleased to welcome Cavelle Lindsay and Catherine Williams to the firm. Cavelle Lindsay after beginning her career at Sparke Helmore in 2011, and then moving to…
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Terminating Contracts for Non-Essential Breaches

In a recent article I discussed the case of Barrak Corporation Pty Ltd v Jaswil Properties Pty Ltd, a case in which there was some discussion about the difference between ‘essential’…
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We are still open for Business

We understand that many of you are being bombarded with emails and other messages from a variety of organisations concerning the Covid19 pandemic. It is unprecedented. Change in the directions…
Commercial, Business & Property
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Mandatory Commercial Tenancies Code

The Federal Government has today announced that a mandatory Commercial Tenancies Code (“the Code”) will be legislated by each State and Territory to assist Landlords and Tenants during the Covid-19…
Wills, Estates & Trusts
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COVID-19 - how it may affect your instructions

We are continuing to provide professional legal services to our clients despite COVID-19.We have adopted a business as usual approach despite and implemented various practices and procedures recommended by www.health.gov.au and www.health.nsw.gov.au to ensure…
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The Family Courts are open

As we all know at the moment nearly every aspect of life is being impacted by COVID 19.  But the Family Courts are still ‘open’ and operating.  However, the Courts…
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How can grandparents support their children, “the parents” through a separation

In this podcast Ashleigh John, Director discusses how grandparents can support their children, “the parents” when there is a separation. Ashleigh: “Hi, I’m Ashleigh John. I’m a director in the Family Relationships Law Team at Mullane Lindsay Solicitors and today I’m going to speaking to you about grandparents and family law.” Lorraine: “How can

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Common Misconceptions of Family Law

In the following podcast Special Counsel, Catherine William discusses the common misconceptions of family law. Catherine: “Hi, my name is Catherine Williams. I’m an accredited specialist in Family Law and I work for Mullane Lindsay Solicitors in Newcastle.” Lorraine: “Catherine, is marriage more important than a

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To sell or not to sell, that is the question

In this podcast Special Counsel, David Collins discusses the pitfalls of co-ownership of a property and the need of one party wanting to sell said property. Lorraine: “Good morning, David, you’re a part of the Litigation team at Mullane Lindsay Solicitors.” David: “Good morning, thank you for inviting me. Yes, I’m in the litigation

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Commonly used terminology when buying or selling properties &cooling off explanation

In the following podcast Conveyancer, Michele Rumph explains some commonly used terminology when buying or selling property. As well as explanation of what is meant by the term “Cooling off”. Lorraine: “Good morning and welcome to Michele Rumph, licensed conveyancer with Mullane Lindsay. Commonly used terminology when buying and selling properties and cooling off

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Strata and Community Title

Michael McGrath, Practice Group Leader discusses what Strata and Community titles are. He also explains some of the rules and regulations that can come along with such titles. Chris: “Today, we have Michael McGrath, who’s a qualified solicitor with Mullane Lindsay and also the Practice Group Leader in Property and Leasing. Good morning Michael,

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Mutual Wills- Surviving your second spouse

Cavelle Lindsay, Practice Group Leader of Wills and Estates explains mutual wills and how they may affect an individual or couple. Anne: “Welcome, today I’m in the studio with Cavelle Lindsay from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Cavelle, thank you for joining me today. Our topic for discussion today is mutual

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What is Mediation?

Rose Laffan explains what mediation is and the benefits of mediation. Lorraine: “Today, I’m in the studio with Rose Laffan from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Rose and welcome.” Rose: “Hi, thanks for having me.” Lorraine: “Today, we’re asking, what is mediation? I’ve been hearing lots about mediation, what does it mean to go

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Getting your Business Ready for Sale

In this podcast Solicitor, Lachlan Page discusses the steps to take in preparing your business for sale. Anne: “Welcome, today I’m talking to Lachlan Page from Mullane Lindsay, Newcastle. Hi Lachlan, thank you for taking my call today.” Lachlan: “Hi Annie, great to be here.” Anne: “Our topic of discussion today

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Superannuation and Wills

In this podcast, Consultant, Felicity Wardhaugh discusses, superannuation and wills. With particular reference to estate planning. Lorraine: “This morning we have Felicity Wardhugh from Mullane Lindsay. She’ll be speaking to us about superannuation and Wills. Good morning, Felicity and welcome.” Felicity: “Good morning, how are you today?” Lorraine: “Very well. Now, Felicity, if I’m

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Life Estates and Rights of Resident

In this podcast Consultant, Robert Lindsay discusses what a life estate is and why they are created as well as what right of residency means. Annie: “Welcome, today I’m in the studio with Robert Lindsay from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Robert and welcome to the studio, thanks for joining me”

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How Does the Family Law Act Deal with Pets After Separation?

In this podcast, Solicitor Alexander Gee discusses pets in regard to a separation and how this is handled by the Family Law Act. Annie: “Welcome, today I’m talking with Alexander Gee from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Alexander, thank you for taking my call today.” Alexander: “Hi, Annie. Thanks, it’s good

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What are the Legal options if your Business is Owed Money?

In this podcast Director, Kristy Nunn discusses the legal options that you have if your business is owed money. As well as the steps that you should take prior to seeking legal advice. Annie: “Welcome, today I’m talking with Kristy Nunn from Mullane Lindsay Solicitors, Newcastle. Hi Kristy, thank you for

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