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Mine Subsidence Compensation Claims in NSW:  Quick Guide
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Mine Subsidence Compensation Claims in NSW:  Quick Guide

If your property has suffered damage due to mine subsidence, you may be entitled to compensation under the NSW mine subsidence compensation scheme. The process is designed to be transparent,…
Welcome to Court dog Sunny
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Welcome to Court dog Sunny

“What is a Court Dog?” Earlier this year the NSW Law Society paid for three new Court Dogs - including one for the Newcastle Registry of the Family Court. And…
The Duty of Disclosure Elevated: Key Changes
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The Duty of Disclosure Elevated: Key Changes

The Family Law Amendment Act 2024 (Cth) which commenced on 10 June 2025, brought about several changes including the elevation of the duty of disclosure in financial or property proceedings…
What is the Home Guarantee Scheme?
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What is the Home Guarantee Scheme?

Recently there has been a change to the Federal Government’s Home Guarantee Scheme (HGS).  But what actually is this scheme, how does it work and what are the changes coming…
Protecting Commercial Assets - Is actual loss always required?
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Protecting Commercial Assets - Is actual loss always required?

In the recent decision of CHEP Australia Limited v Hepner [2025] NSWDC 241, the District Court of New South Wales reaffirmed the strength of proprietary rights in commercial settings, particularly…
“To mediate or litigate?”
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“To mediate or litigate?”

In 2023-24 the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2) received 13,858 applications for final orders; in the same period 18,848 applications for interim orders were also made.…
Moments of glory… and ruthlessness
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Moments of glory… and ruthlessness

As a law firm, it is unlikely to come as a surprise that our staff are a bit competitive - even with each other.  This was apparent at our recent…
Enhancing Our Leadership Team:  Lachlan Page Appointed as Director
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Enhancing Our Leadership Team:  Lachlan Page Appointed as Director

Mullane Lindsay welcomes the appointment of new Director, Lachlan Page. Lachlan, who is also the Practice Group Leader of our Commercial & Business team, joined Mullane Lindsay in 2016.  His…
Validity of Caveats Registered Against Title
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Validity of Caveats Registered Against Title

CASE DETAILS On 14 October 2024, the Supreme Court of New South Wales decided the case Cui v Salas-Photiadis in relation to caveats registered against title. Parties Involved Plaintiff: Yi…
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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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