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Super-splitting orders for WA de facto couples now possible

Superannuation can often be a couple’s biggest investment asset. Until recently there was an inability for separated de facto couples in Western Australia to include it in their division of…
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Settlement date is negotiable

When selling a property, clients often think that the settlement date (which is also known as the completion date) in a Contract for sale of land must be 42 days.…
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Think of the Grandparents - When Parents Separate

Few things can be more stressful for children than when their parents separate. Given the significant role that grandparents play in a child’s life, being cut off suddenly from this…
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“Is this cheese?  Is this Cheese Toastie Day?”

Pre-Covid, the Hunter Valley Family Law Practitioners Association held an annual Family Law Conference that attracted family law practitioners from throughout the state to listen to specialist guest speakers and…
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What are the advantages of mediation?

Last time I wrote about mediation - what it is and how it works. This time I thought I would cover off on the many advantages that mediation has to…
Wills, Estates & Trusts
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Online Wills - the new age Will Kit

Following on from our earlier article, for a Will to be validly executed, s6 of the Succession Act 2006 (NSW) provides that a Will is not valid unless:- it is…
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Online Wills - the new age Will Kit

Online Wills are the new age Will Kits (Part 1) Recently there have been many online Will platforms emerging. Online Wills or “e-Wills” are the new age Will Kits. The…
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When is Probate Required?

Death Duty was abolished in NSW over 40 years ago as was Federal Estate Duty.  However, in many estates it is still necessary to apply for probate.  If a person…
Wills, Estates & Trusts
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Homemade Wills

Some people find it tempting to save the cost of having a Will prepared by a solicitor by making their own Will.  Will forms can usually be purchased from the…
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Who Gets the RAD?

When an aged person goes into care it is usually necessary to pay a Residential Accommodation Deposit (RAD).  For most aged care providers the RAD is in excess of $400,000.00. …
Disputes, Claims & Litigation
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How to Force a Sale of a Co-Owned Property

There are several ways in which individuals can become co-owners of a property.  They may be married or in a de facto relationship and buy somewhere to live, friends may…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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