by precedence | Apr 28, 2020 | General News
Co-parenting can be difficult at the best of times. The additional uncertainty and significant changes in response to the global pandemic will see parents face new challenges. The message from the courts is that where possible parents should continue to comply with...
by precedence | Apr 9, 2020 | General News
The Commonwealth Government yesterday announced the mandatory code of conduct for commercial leasing. The code is intended to alleviate the impact of government implemented measures to combat the COVID-19 pandemic. To be eligible for the code to apply, an individual,...
by precedence | Mar 17, 2020 | General News
As a family lawyer, I am regularly asked the question – am I in a de facto relationship? The answer to this question is not as simple as you might expect. A person will be considered to be in a de facto relationship if, having regard to all of the circumstances of...
by precedence | Feb 25, 2020 | General News
The importance of an enduring power of attorney is often overlooked because people believe that their spouse or next of kin will be able to look after their affairs if they were to lose capacity. The truth is, it would be very difficult for your loved ones to deal...
by precedence | Jan 17, 2020 | General News
Building covenants are common features of contracts for the purchase of properties in new residential estates. Property developers use them to ensure that houses, fences and other improvements to be constructed by the buyer conform with the landscaping and design of...