How Informal Lease Negotiations Can Lead to Binding Contracts

A lease is a legally binding contract that gives you certain rights to a property for a set term. A written commercial lease is used when leasing property used primarily for a business. You should never sign a lease without understanding all of its terms and...

Managing Disputes Between Executors of a Deceased Estate

When someone dies, their assets are usually distributed according to their will. The person responsible for managing and distributing these assets is the “executor” of the deceased estate. In some cases, a will appoints more than one person to act as executor, and...

Moving and Travelling with Children After Separation

Parenting arrangements after separation or divorce can be challenging, especially when it involves relocating or travelling with children. The Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) governs these matters in Australia, ensuring equal and shared parental responsibility, which means...

Landlord Disclosure Obligations for Retail Leases in Victoria

When leasing commercial property, it is important for tenants and landlords to understand the relationship they are entering and the rights and obligations they have. In Victoria, retail leases are regulated by the Retail Leases Act 2003 (Vic) (the ‘Act’). Generally,...