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Three Important Elements in the Conveyancing Process

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The purchase of new residential property is an expensive investment. Therefore, it is important to make sure that the property transfer process is legal and permanent. This will prevent future problems if another party claims to have rights over your asset. Conveyancing is this process in which the legal title linked to a property is transferred from one entity to another. You will need to go through the procedure when buying or selling property and land.

23 September 2015

Practical Tips for Efficient DIY Separation and Divorce Negotiations

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Separation and divorce are traumatic for all parties involved. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the processes are performed efficiently. But there are diverse aspects to consider before the legal termination of the marriage is fully concluded. The most important elements are the parenting agreements and plans for finances. It is advisable to engage qualified divorce lawyers to handle your case. They are experienced in divorce negotiations and their emotions are not compromised, therefore they will represent your interests objectively.

14 September 2015

When a Family Lawyer Should Be Called for a Divorce Case

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While you may want to get through your divorce as quickly and as cheaply as possible, you also want to ensure that you make the right decision for the entire process. This is because your divorce settlement will affect you for years to come, and it may be more difficult to make changes to that settlement than you realize. Note a few times when you definitely want to call a family lawyer to at least advise you on a divorce case.

25 August 2015

Writing A Will? When To Use A Solicitor

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It's a long agreed upon debate that writing a will is the most prudent thing anyone can do in order to provide for their family for when they have passed on. There are many ways to get a will done in Australia. The process has, in fact, become so easy that there are online apps that can guide as you write it. Using a solicitor to draw up a will can be considered an expensive way to get it done.

6 August 2015

Signs That Your Divorce Proceedings May Need the Services of a Lawyer

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Handling your divorce proceedings without a lawyer may save you some money at the time of your divorce, but it can actually be much more costly for your down the road. A good lawyer can also save you some headaches and hassles during this very difficult time. If you're not sure if you need to consult with a lawyer during your divorce and are assuming the cost is not worth their services, note a few signs that indicate that a consultation is in order.

20 July 2015

Why You Need to Hire a Good Criminal Defense Attorney

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There is an old saying that when someone defends themselves in court, they have a fool for a client. This may seem like a harsh thought, but there are many good reasons to hire a criminal defense attorney when you've been charged with any type of crime, and especially if the charges are very serious. While you may think you can argue your own case, note a few of the reasons why it's best to leave this in the hands of a professional.

24 June 2015

Four Things You Need to Know about Do It Yourself Divorce Kits

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When you are facing a divorce, one of your options may be to obtain a do-it-yourself divorce kit from the Family Court of Australia. These kits may seem like the easiest option for your situation, but there are a few things you need to know about them. Before you decide on using a kit, consider the following information and how it may pertain to your specific divorce situation. Multiple Kits

28 May 2015

Lesser Known Cases Handled By a Criminal Law Firm

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When you are enmeshed in a criminal issue, you will likely need to hire a criminal law firm to represent you. But though you're probably aware that criminal lawyers defend suspects from charges related to offences such as theft, burglary, murder and assault, there are other lesser-known cases that criminal law firms can also handle on your behalf. Here's a rundown of what those types of cases entail. Dangerous Dog Breed Cases 

29 April 2015

3 Things to Think About When Drafting a Will as a Single Person

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If you are a single person without dependents, it can seem tempting to leave the issue of wills and estate planning for a few more years. While you may not have accumulated many possessions at this stage of your life, the death benefit on your superannuation is often a significant amount of money even for low-income earners. It's a great idea to jot down where you would want your possessions to go if you do pass away—married or single.

25 March 2015

3 Reasons Why it's a Mistake to Handle Your Divorce Without an Attorney

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In many areas of the world, you're not legally obligated to have an attorney represent you when going through a divorce. A couple can often write up their own agreement when it comes to property division, custody and visitation, and spousal support, and if they both agree on that agreement then the court will simply file it and dissolve the marriage. However, thinking you can or should try to handle your own divorce without the services of an attorney can be a mistake and can hurt you in the long run, even if you and your spouse seem to agree on many details.

23 March 2015