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How to prepare for a parenting mediation

Last time I wrote about how to prepare for a mediation about property division matters.  This time we are talking about how to prepare for mediation in relation to parenting…
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Sale of a Business: Will I need to pay GST?

So you’ve decided to buy or sell a business and you’ve negotiated the terms and conditions surrounding the sale or purchase… Have you negotiated whether the price will be GST…
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Business Partner Breakdown? - A Path Forward.

Business relationships are like any other relationship, they breakdown from time to time. In our experience it is common for business partners to have disputes and those business disputes often…
Separation, Family & Relationships
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Reform of the family law system

You might have seen in the news recently that the Family Law system is in for an overhaul. On 30 January 2023 the Federal Attorney General released draft legislation to…
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Gyms & Small Bars - Changes to Retail Leases

From 1 January 2023, leases of gyms and small bars will now be covered by retail leases legislation. The Retail Leases Regulation 2022 contains a new list of retails shops…
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Emergency Care of Children

Unfortunately, the news is full of horror stories about parents being involved in family violence related incidents which end with the murder or serious injury to one parent, and the…
Separation, Family & Relationships
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Renewing our commitment to the Rule of Law

Solicitors at Mullane Lindsay have recently participated in the Opening of Law Term celebrations in Newcastle. Opening of Law Term is a special event taking place at the beginning of…
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Can my stepchild make a claim on my estate?

Blended families are becoming increasingly common in Australia, making up approximately 3.5% of Australian families in 2021. When making a Will, we often times see clients whose natural reaction is…
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Doing it for the Kids

Independent Children’s Lawyers (ICLs) play a unique role in the family law system in Australia. They are appointed by the Court to independently represent the interests of a child in…
Commercial, Business & Property
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2022 Contract Deadline

The Contract for the Sale and Purchase of Land 2022 came into effect on 1 September 2022 in accordance with the Conveyancing (Sale of Land) Regulation 2022. Two of the…
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Agency Part One - Appointment and Authority

Have you appointed a person or an entity to act on your behalf, possibly in business?  If so, they are likely to be your ‘agent’. If you consider the conduct…
Mullane Lindsay Podcast
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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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