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International Women’s Day - 8 March 2021

Today is International Women’s Day (IWD). IWD is celebrated each year on the 8th March to:- Celebrate women’s achievements;Raise awareness about women’s equality;Lobby for accelerated gender parity; andFundraise for female focused…
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Easing of School COVID Restrictions

From Monday, 8 March 2021 parents and care takers can again enter school grounds to drop off and pick up their children.  Gatherings of parents and/or community members for school…
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Law Alert - Residential Building Works

1 March 2021 will mark a significant change in the residential building industry for both builders and home owners in NSW. After 1 March 2021, pursuant to the Building and Construction Industry…
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Why am I going to see a Family Consultant?

On 30 September 2020 the Family Court and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia published a new fact sheet to assist teenagers prepare for interviews with Family Consultants in proceedings…
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What are Deposit Bonds?

It is sometimes the case that a person will not have access to sufficient ‘cash’ funds to make payment of a deposit when purchasing property. As an alternative they may…
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Blended families - the importance of having a Will

Are you the husband, wife or partner in a blended family? Estates for blended families can raise difficulties.  Children of the first marriage may not like the new spouse or…
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Spousal maintenance - A never ending story

A recent case in the Federal Circuit Court has highlighted the dangers for people entering into spouse maintenance Court Orders.  Spouse maintenance is a form of ongoing financial support under The…
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What if you can’t agree on a sale price?

When a couple separate they have a lot to arrange; and for the majority they are able to do so by agreement. But sometimes there is a sticking point. In…
Wills, Estates & Trusts
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Reviewing old documents?

Did you make a Will years ago when a particular life event happened or you were going travelling? Perhaps you have forgotten what is in your Will? If you are…
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The Art of Rejection

On 20 January 2021, the NCAT appeal panel published its decision in the matter of Baas v JB Hi Fi Group Pty Ltd. Key facts Briefly, on 5 December 2015, the…
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Have you been Gazumped?

The real estate market is presently very brisk.  When a vendor accepts an offer, there is no binding agreement until Contracts are exchanged.  In a heated market, often before Contracts…
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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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