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Superannuation Guarantee Rate Increases: What does this mean?
On 1 July 2024, the superannuation guarantee rate is set to increase from 11% to 11.5%. In accordance with the Superannuation Act 1916 (NSW), the superannuation guarantee rate will increase and remain at 12% after 1 July 2025. (N.B. Superannuation guarantee rate...
Will Making and Testamentary Capacity
A Will sets out a person’s wishes for how they would like their estate to be distributed after their death. A person making a Will (the testator) must meet a cognitive standard when understanding the nature and effect of their Will. This legal standard is referred to...
Understanding Inheritance Disputes
Following the death of a loved one, the time for mourning is shared with the process of finalising their estate. During this time, the deceased’s assets will be distributed in accordance with the terms of their Will. After the distribution of assets, a person may feel...
Changes to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth)
On 6 May 2024, changes to the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (‘Family Law Act’) came into effect. These new laws include changes to the parenting order framework and enforcement of child-related orders. Changes relating to parenting matters are set out in the Family Law...
What should I do if my tenant stops paying rent?
As a landlord in a residential tenancy agreement, there is an expectation that your tenant will pay the agreed rent on time and in full. Tenants are legally responsible for the payment of rent and must continue to do so until the tenancy ends. Any failure to pay rent...
How Much Can My Wife Get in a Divorce?
Following the breakdown of a marriage, separated or divorced parties must agree on how to divide their joint assets. As the division of property and finances is not included in a divorce order, a separate agreement must be made between you and your wife. Reaching an...
How Much Can My Husband Get in a Divorce?
Following the breakdown of a marriage, separated or divorced parties must agree on how to divide their joint assets. As the division of property and finances is not included in a divorce order, a separate agreement must be made between you and your husband. Reaching...
How to prevent a Will dispute between siblings
Unfortunately, in the wake of a loved one’s passing, the time for mourning is shared with the complicated process of finalising their estate. This process can cause tensions to arise between family members, especially children, in relation to shares of the...