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‘Click here’ – electronic execution of documents is here to stay
The COVID-19 pandemic not only brought with it changes to how we live our lives, but also clarified the validity of some increasingly common business processes. One of those innovations relates to the way in which documents may be executed by companies. Prior to March...
Family Law Property Settlements – Is a 50/50 split the starting point?
Following the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship, it is common for separated parties to be unsure and therefore anxious about their entitlements in a property settlement and the assets they are likely to retain. This is only natural given that Family Law...
Making a Will if capacity is in question
It is well known that a Will is a legal document which sets out how a person wants their assets to be distributed once they die. If you are over the age of 18 you can make a Will - provided you have capacity. In general terms a person will have the necessary capacity...
Making your Will count – healthy Will checklist
It is important for everyone over 18 to have a Will to make sure their wishes are followed, and their assets are distributed as they would want after they die. If you don’t have a Will your assets will be divided according to how the law dictates in the rules...
Director Identification Numbers – deadlines approaching
From 1 November 2021, the Corporations Act 2001 requires all company directors to verify their identity, apply for, and obtain a Director Identity (director ID) through the Australian Business Registry Services (ABRS). If you are a director of an Australian or...