What Is the Difference Between a Barrister and a Solicitor? Barristers and solicitors are legal professionals who may assist you with legal matters. The difference between a barrister and a solicitor is the type of legal work they do. In general, a barrister specialises in making court appearances and speaking on your behalf. By contrast,… Read More
Spousal maintenance is a responsibility you or your former partner might have to financially support the other person after separation or divorce. Spousal maintenance is not automatic and, in most cases, is only payable where one partner cannot reasonably support themselves and the other person has the capacity to pay maintenance. It may be a… Read More
If you have been involved in family law matters, then you may be familiar with the section 75(2) factors. This section of the Family Law Act relates to adjusting a property settlement based on the contributions of the parties. It also considers factors which can “soften” the effect of looking at a property settlement. In… Read More
Every year scams cost Australians millions of dollars. It is crucial that you remain alert so that you are not the target of a scam. In 2019 alone, there were over 353,000 reports of scams. In this blog, recent trends in scam activity and methods to protect yourself from being scammed are outlined. Business Scams… Read More
It is vital for a director to continually monitor and assess the solvency of their company. Failure to do so may lead to insolvency and potential bankruptcy. This article will offer guidance to directors who are uncertain of their duties in managing the solvency of their company. What is insolvency? A company is deemed to… Read More