The Franchising Code of Conduct governs the relationship between the Franchisor, Franchisee and prospective Franchisees.

It is essential to plan aspects of the business now, to ensure that when you are ready to leave, you maximise profits.

Now that the implied term of mutual trust and confidence is gone, what does that mean for your employment documentation?

People often work and travel overseas and find partners outside Australia, so may have ties to more than one country.

The construction process can be enjoyable and stress free, provided that you communicate properly with the builder.

Providing money to your children to purchase property may seem simple, but it could lead to some difficult legal issues.

Developers selling off the plan must act differently when setting sunset dates in contracts and progressing developments.

An increase in building rates may mean increased disputes between builders and clients.

Comprehensive estate plans are insurance policies, avoiding disputes from poorly structured or non-existent estate plans.

What is build-to-rent, who is eligible and what are the criteria?

No company is immune from legal action if they are suspected of being in breach of the Australian Consumer Law.

The ACCC investigates alleged breaches of the ACL and can then commence legal proceedings against an offending company.

New legislation means big changes for small business, so do your standard form business contracts contain unfair terms?

Inconsistent policies can expose an employer to the risks of not complying with the legislation and incurring penalties.

Marriage parties have a duty to support and maintain each other as much as possible, even after separation and divorce.

There are several requirements that must be completed by an executor before the distribution of assets to beneficiaries.

An executor should take appropriate legal, accounting and financial advice when handling an estate or any will disputes.

Applicants must sign an eligible contract to build a new home, to renovate an existing home or to buy one off-the-plan.

Many building contract disputes could be resolved at an earlier stage – with legal advice before the contract is signed.

We discuss changes to stamp duty and taxes payable on land and business sales.