ArticleBuying or selling property? Recent tax changesRecent changes focus on cracking down on foreign investors and attempting to reduce the rising threat of identity fraud.AustraliaTaxWatkins Tapsell
ArticleTax on property In deceased estates – Part II: Land tax in NSWPersons preparing a will or executors of a deceased estate in NSW should be aware of the tax implications of the will.AustraliaTaxWatkins Tapsell
ArticleChanges to certificates of title and e-conveyancing in New South WalesThe NSW Land Registry Service is changing so that most conveyancing documents can be lodged electronically.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionWatkins Tapsell
ArticleThe real risks of legal self-helpJust like self-diagnosing medical issues can be dangerous, so too can trying to fix your own legal problems.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawWatkins Tapsell
ArticleWhat happens when a charitable gift in a will fails?What happens when a charitable gift within a Will fails because the charity receiving the gift no longer exists?AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialWatkins Tapsell
ArticleThe risks in buying property off the planWhen you buy off the plan, you may be paying for a property where the end product totally differs from your expectations.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionWatkins Tapsell
ArticleRetirement village contracts: 7 things to considerA comprehensive list of things to consider before signing a retirement village contract.AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionWatkins Tapsell
ArticleThe Treasury Laws Amendment (2021 Measures No. 1) Act 2021 is now in forceMeetings of directors & shareholders of Companies, & members of registered schemes, can be held virtually (until April 2022).AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawWatkins Tapsell
ArticleWould your business be lost without you – Part IIThere are agreements and documentation you can enter into to protect your business if stressful situations were to occur.AustraliaCorporate/Commercial LawWatkins Tapsell
ArticleLandmark case: Casuals paid leave rulingEmployers should review the contracts and rosters for casual employees, to determine the implications of this decision.AustraliaEmployment and HRWatkins Tapsell
ArticleRestructuring and Employment Law – Part 3The article examines how the implied term of "good faith" could impact your employment arrangements and negotiations.AustraliaEmployment and HRWatkins Tapsell
ArticleWork Health and Safety: defence available for workplace accidentIt was held that the worker knew how to perform the work safely and added documentation would have made no difference.AustraliaEmployment and HRWatkins Tapsell
ArticleAdvance Care Directives and Estate PlanningAn Advance Care Directive sets out a person's specific wishes regarding medical treatment if they become incapacitated.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialWatkins Tapsell
ArticleAmerican TV is not Australian reality - as regards alimony, or spouse maintenance in AustraliaThere is a lot of misinformation in relation to financial support which is imported from American television and movies.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialWatkins Tapsell
ArticleGaining access to funds during Family Law disputesIt is possible to obtain Interim Orders from the Family Court, which can provide for the premature distribution of funds.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialWatkins Tapsell
ArticleSpouse maintenance or alimony in Australia? – fact v fictionSpouse maintenance is financial support paid by a party to a marriage to an ex-spouse to adequately support themselves.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialWatkins Tapsell
ArticleWills - security in uncertain timesEight point checklist to ensure your Will is current, up to date and legally binding.AustraliaFamily and MatrimonialWatkins Tapsell
ArticleBe careful of Facebook posts... particularly with confidential informationPeople constantly take risks with what they post on Facebook, so I think there is always a place for a further reminder.AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, EntertainmentWatkins Tapsell
ArticleThe new Sutherland Shire Local Environmental Plan (LEP)The Sutherland Shire LEP introduces new zones and development standards such as height, density and landscaped areas. AustraliaReal Estate and ConstructionWatkins Tapsell
ArticleFirst home buyers now have a choice when paying stamp dutyThe NSW government has introduced the First Home Buyer Choice Scheme. AustraliaTaxWatkins Tapsell