ArticleIs religion important when you adopt a child?This case highlighted the potential for more cultural issues to arise after recent amendments to the NSW adoption laws.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleNational Adoption Awareness Week: The complexities of adoptionThere are a number of complicated hurdles over which families need to jump to see a child be adopted into their family.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleSmacking - Punishment or punishable?A NSW Supreme Court case reignited the debate of whether parents should be able to physically discipline their children.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleStill not sure what COVID-19 means for you and your family? Court Update: Information for parents amid COVID-19There is currently and understandably concerns held by parties who are in the midst of family law matters.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleUpdate - What is happening to Our Family Court?Recent proposal to merge the Family Court with the Federal Circuit Court of Australia has been criticised.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWelcome changes in law for victims of family violence & sexual assaultIt will now be considered a ‘reasonable excuse' if the adult victim does not wish to report the offence to the police.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWelcome changes in NSW law for victims of family violence & sexual assaultThese reforms will assist in family law cases where victims hesitate coming forward to report their partners or family.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWhat does same-sex marriage mean for property proceedings?The existence of a valid marriage is, from a court's perspective, proof that the parties share joint property interests.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleVoluntary Assisted Dying Bill 2021 (NSW)The new Voluntary Assisted dying legislation in NSW will come into effect at the end of 2023. AustraliaGovernment, Public SectorColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleBusiness migration in AustraliaBusinesses in Australia who wish to employ non-Australian workers will need to comply with appropriate visa requirements.AustraliaImmigrationColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleGetting hotter in the Dominos kitchen – Paying for visa sponsorshipA media investigation has revealed yet another scam involving the exploitation of 457 visa holders.- by Domino's Pizza.AustraliaImmigrationColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleBondi Wash brand at sea with international trade mark disputeThis challenge demonstrated the importance of obtaining international trade mark protection for any Australian brand.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleRefill, re-use, recycle: High Court decision implicitly embraces sustainability, in decision concerning a fundamental doctrine impacting the Patents ActThe High Court clarified that the law on exhaustion of IP rights after sale in Australia is in line with the US.AustraliaIntellectual PropertyColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleChanges to the Family Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court amid COVID-19Practitioners and parties will continue to see electronic operations, limiting the need to physically attend Court.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleWe're in dispute – How do we fix this?If you are in dispute with a party and you wish to maintain the relationship, then ADR methods may be right for you.AustraliaLitigation, Mediation & ArbitrationColeman Greig Lawyers
Article@realDonaldTrump does not exist – When social media employees go rogueEmployers should ensure their social media policy outlines staff expectations but includes crisis management strategies.AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleAn each way bet on permitted use of leased premisesKeep the permitted use description more general unless you are extremely sure about the specific activities or products.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleLeaks in an apartment building – Who is responsible?Moisture can quickly spread within walls and floors of a building, causing permanent damage and feeding mould.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticlePerils of exterior property cladding after the Grenfell tragedyTenants should ask landlords if the exterior cladding is fire retardant, and if not, what protective steps can be taken?AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers
ArticleTis the season for short-term leasing but what does your Strata Committee have to say about it?Unless the zoning in your area doesn't allow for short-term leasing, you can't be prevented by your Strata Committee.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionColeman Greig Lawyers