Influencer Wills: Digital Income and Estate Planning
When drafting your Will, one of the first thing a lawyer will ask is what assets you have. What’s the first thing that comes…
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VISA Status and Family Violence
Domestic violence is a grave issue that affects individuals across all walks of life, including those navigating Australia’s migration system. Recognising the vulnerability of…
Finally some good news for trusts as the High Court rules against the ATO
The High Court’s decision in Commissioner of Taxation v Bendel is one of the most significant Australian tax cases in recent years, particularly for…
Family Law and the 2026 Federal Budget: What We Are Seeing with Investment Properties and Family Trusts in Perth
Over the past few weeks, we have had a steady increase in clients asking a very specific question in separation matters: “Do the proposed…
Royalties, Rights and 70-Year-Old Deals: Lessons from the Hope Downs Decision
A recent decision of the Supreme Court of Western Australia in the long running dispute between Gina Rinehart’s Hancock Prospecting and Wright Prospecting provides…
Understanding Your Obligations Under the Australian Privacy Principles — Lessons from Recent Data Breaches
In an era where data is one of a business’s most valuable assets, privacy compliance has become a central legal and commercial concern. For…
Mediation in Family Law for Parenting and Property Disputes
Dealing with family law issues, especially those related to parenting and property disputes, can be both difficult and emotionally draining. In such situations, mediation…
Family Provision Act Claims in Western Australia: Lessons from Maria-Christina De La Sala’s Case – When can you make a claim?
The Family Provision Act 1972 (WA) (“FPA”) provides a legal framework for individuals in Western Australia to challenge a will if they believe they…
Parenting arrangements for Neurodivergent children
Autism diagnoses are rising in Australia, with 4.3% of children aged 5 to 14 years in 2022 being autistic, or approximately one child in…
Key Legal Considerations for Commercial Property Leases in Western Australia
Entering a commercial property lease in Western Australia requires careful navigation of both general property law and the state’s specific retail leasing regime. While…
Understanding Binding Financial Agreements and Their Interaction with Income-Tested Pensions or Benefits
A Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) is a legally enforceable agreement made between parties to a relationship, such as de facto partners or married couples,…
When Grief Meets the Courtroom: Lessons from Suarez v Brunsdon
The tragic death of 24-year-old Kaleb Raymond Brunsdon in a car accident on 9 February 2026 has not only left his family and friends…