Archive for November 2020
Is A Collaborative Divorce suitable for you?
Yes a Collaborative Divorce will be suitable if you want: A dignified approach to handling your divorce A fair and non-aggressive resolution of issues based on the best interests of the family, not the individual Guidance, support and advice on legal issues without the threat of fighting in court. A chance to work through emotions…
Read MoreYour Advantage in Family Law
Your greatest chance of getting the best result, is by getting a Solicitor, that does Family Law, and also has Financial Planning Experience and expertise. Get an advantage and ring Conrad Turnbull now and see what he can do for you. Conrad is a divorce lawyer Family Law is about law and Financial planning. Get…
Read MoreWhat the temporary changes to the Australian insolvency laws mean
COVID-19 has seen Australia and the world with unprecedented restrictions on business and these restrictions are proving extremely challenging for many usual and profitable and viable businesses. The Government has extended these change until 31 December 2020: Creditors cannot issue statutory demands unless the debt is at least $20,000 (it was $2,000) Creditors cannot issue…
Read MoreDirectors should avoid personal liability
Directors can be personally liable for the company’s obligations to unpaid PAYG withholding amounts, Superannuation Guarantee Charge (SGC’s). Director Penalties are the amount the company should have paid PAYG withholding amounts, SGC’s and GST by the due dates. The ATO can issue Director Penalty Notices to a director to pay but has to wait…
Read MoreDo You want a fair settlement?
Do you want a fair Family Law Property Settlement but not leave your former partner destitute? If this you, then coming to a fair settlement through negotiations, mediation or a collaborative meeting is definitely something you have to consider. These types of settling maintain mutual respect for you and your former partner. This is particularly…
Read MoreNo upfront legal fees
We understand that you might not have money to pay for legal advice upfront. And that’s why we have many of our clients paying us when their family law or de facto property settlement is finished. We make it easy for you to get accurate and fast legal advice tailored to your specific situation. Call…
Read MoreInsolvent Trading
A Company is trading Insolvently when it can’t pay it’s debts when they are due. A director can be made personally liable for the debts of the company if the director had reasonable grounds for suspecting the company was insolvent. Claims can be brought against a director from a Liquidator, Creditor or ASIC. Now if…
Read MoreThe Secret to Hiring the Best Family Lawyer for Half the Price
You may have realised that some lawyers charge $500 an hour or even more (like $550/hr), and you have to deposit $5,000 – $10,000 as a retainer into a lawyer’s trust account upfront before they’ll do any work for you. Let me share a “dirty little secret” with you. Some lawyers don’t want you to pay them…
Read MoreBusiness Owners and Family Law Separation
One of the hardest things you’ll ever do is run your own business. It’s even harder when you separate. Who gets the business? Who keeps the company cars? How much Child Support is going to be paid? Will the business still be viable and able to be operated? All of these questions involve Family Law,…
Read MoreWhat important question does a Divorce Lawyer need to ask You?
What is one of the most important questions a Family Law Solicitor must ask you? Answer: What do you want to be doing in the next 2-5 years, 5-10 years? Why is this so important for you? Answer: This enables the solicitor, if they have financial planning expertise, to understand your wishes and what assets/property/superannuation…
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