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24 October 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark – Sept 2024 Edition
In this September 2024 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses salient commercial and tax issues you should consider before buying a business. …
22 October 2024
Building and Construction Part 4: Unlicensed/Uninsured Builders Not Entitled to a Progress Payment under SOP Regime
Delve into Part 4 of our building and construction series. Learn about how the 2024 amendment to the SOP Act prevents unlicensed or uninsured contractors from issuing progress payments, enhancing homeowner protections.…
26 September 2024
Navigating Australia's New Voluntary AI Safety Standards
Discover the guidelines of Australia's new Voluntary AI Safety Standard and how organisations can prepare for future AI regulations.…
10 September 2024
FWC issues first contested Single Interest Employer Authorisation - What does the future hold when forcing friendship at the bargaining table?
Explore the pivotal Fair Work Commission decision on multi-employer bargaining and its far-reaching implications across various industries with Kate Peterson.…
05 September 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark – Aug 2024 Edition
In this August 2024 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses salient commercial and tax issues you should consider before buying & selling a business.…
19 August 2024
The Intersection of Criminal Law and Migration Law
Simon Jeans dissects an Administrative Appeals Tribunal case, highlighting the intersection of criminal and migration law, emphasising the importance for non-citizens facing criminal charges to consider the implications for their visa status.…
Industry Developments
26 April 2024
SERIES 14: LAPSING NOTICE OR WITHDRAWAL UNDER S 74MA OF THE REAL PROPERTY ACT 1900 (NSW)?
Vikram Misra discusses the decision-making process between issuing a lapsing notice or seeking court withdrawal of a caveat, dependent on the urgency of removing the caveat, with a focus on procedural differences and implications for legal costs.…
01 September 2023
Temporary Activity (subclass 408) Australian Government Endorsed Event (AGEE) stream – Pandemic Event Visa is ceasing on 1 September 2023, at midnight.
Tanja Djokic, Director and Principal Solicitor at TD Migration Consulting, joined to share her insights into the closure of Australia's 408 COVID Visa…
01 September 2023
Temporary Activity (subclass 408) Australian Government Endorsed Event (AGEE) stream – Pandemic Event Visa is ceasing on 1 September 2023, at midnight.
Tanja Djokic, Director and Principal Solicitor at TD Migration Consulting, joined to share her insights into the closure of Australia's 408 COVID Visa…
06 June 2023
Key taxation changes affecting your New Zealand Clients
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
06 June 2023
Key taxation changes affecting your New Zealand Clients
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
09 May 2023
The Future of Sustainable Finance - APLMA+LWS
Like the song Money Makes the World Go Round, the fast-moving area of sustainable finance will inevitably transform the financial system for large, me…
Expert Opinions
24 October 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark – Sept 2024 Edition
In this September 2024 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses salient commercial and tax issues you should consider before buying a business. …
22 October 2024
Building and Construction Part 4: Unlicensed/Uninsured Builders Not Entitled to a Progress Payment under SOP Regime
Delve into Part 4 of our building and construction series. Learn about how the 2024 amendment to the SOP Act prevents unlicensed or uninsured contractors from issuing progress payments, enhancing homeowner protections.…
26 September 2024
Navigating Australia's New Voluntary AI Safety Standards
Discover the guidelines of Australia's new Voluntary AI Safety Standard and how organisations can prepare for future AI regulations.…
10 September 2024
FWC issues first contested Single Interest Employer Authorisation - What does the future hold when forcing friendship at the bargaining table?
Explore the pivotal Fair Work Commission decision on multi-employer bargaining and its far-reaching implications across various industries with Kate Peterson.…
05 September 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark – Aug 2024 Edition
In this August 2024 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses salient commercial and tax issues you should consider before buying & selling a business.…
19 August 2024
The Intersection of Criminal Law and Migration Law
Simon Jeans dissects an Administrative Appeals Tribunal case, highlighting the intersection of criminal and migration law, emphasising the importance for non-citizens facing criminal charges to consider the implications for their visa status.…
02 August 2024
Practice and Procedure Part 11: Drafting Evidence of Conversations in Affidavits
In the eleventh edition of Practice and Procedure, Vikram Misra dives into the intricacies of drafting affidavits, highlighting the importance of distinguishing between 'gist' and verbatim memory to maintain witness credibility in legal proceedings.…
25 July 2024
Australia's Ban on Engineered Stone: A Legal Insight
Dive deep into the groundbreaking legal journey that culminated in Australia's ban on engineered stone, marking a significant victory in the fight against silica-related diseases.…
24 July 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark – July 2024 Edition
In this July 2024 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses a recent Federal Court decision case which involved a look at the sale of a business for $31m - with some of the seller’s arguing they technically received less for tax purposes because the amount they received was not “market value”. …
11 July 2024
Building and Construction Part 3: Adjudication Determinations and Denial of Procedural Fairness
In the third part of the building and construction series, Vikram Misra, Barrister at Clarence Chambers, considers what constitutes a denial of procedural fairness in adjudication determinations by reference to two recent NSW Court of Appeal cases.…
05 July 2024
Arbitration vs. Court: The Best Choice for Low-Value Disputes
For commercial disputes under $250,000, arbitration under Arbitration Victoria Rules offers a faster and more cost-effective resolution than traditional court cases. In this article, Robert Health and Adam Rollnik explore highlights arbitration's efficiency, cost savings, minimal business disruption, and finality, making it a compelling option for low-value disputes.…
18 June 2024
Veterans’ Legislation Reform: A Call for Comprehensive Change
In a recent submission to the Minister for Veterans Affairs, Slater and Gordon Lawyers have voiced significant concerns regarding the proposed Veterans’ Entitlements Treatment and Support (Simplification and Harmonisation) Bill 2024 (Cth).…
18 June 2024
Practice and Procedure Part 10: Preparation of Witness Statements in Civil Proceedings in the Local Court of NSW
In the tenth edition of Practice and Procedure, Vikram Misra highlights the importance of proper witness statement preparation in civil proceedings to ensure compliance and court reliance.…
29 May 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark: June 2024 Edition
In this June 2024 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses the ATO’s published views on the tax implications of employees versus contractors and some of the things that you can do to make your business “Audit Ready”. …
17 May 2024
Expert Insights: Federal Budget's Migration Reforms
In an exclusive conversation with Tanja Djokic, a frequent contributor to Insights and presenter, we delve deep into the recent migration reforms announced in the Federal Budget. …
30 April 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark: May 2024 Edition
In this May 2024 Legalwise edition of "What you Need to Know with Dr Mark", Dr Mark Pizzacalla discusses ATO audits and some of the things that you can do to help make your business Audit Ready. …
23 April 2024
Lehrmann and Higgins: Some Lessons for Employers
Errol Price dives into the defamation case of Bruce Lehrmann, highlighting a critical lesson for Australian employers on vicarious liability in sexual misconduct cases.…
08 April 2024
Building and Construction Series Article 2: Requirements for a Valid Payment Schedule
Vikram Misra explores the critical criteria outlined in the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW) and gain insights from recent legal cases.…
03 April 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark: April 2024 Edition
In this April 2024 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Markâ€, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at a recent AAT decision which looks at the unusual situation of an individual selling her main residence yet being able to claim a tax loss.…
04 March 2024
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark: March 2024 Edition
In this March 2024 edition of "What you Need to Know with Dr Mark", Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the negative gearing as a tax strategy and implications for both investors and government policy.…
17 February 2024
Carter Newell’s Insurance Team Strengthens With New Elevations
Carter Newell Lawyers is pleased to announce the elevation of two lawyers, including one to special counsel, effective from 1 February 2024.…
09 February 2024
Utilising Intangible Asset Valuations as a Tool in Legal Disputes – Q&A with Joel Hanrahan
Joel Hanrahan, Managing Director – Global Markets, Everedge Global, joined Legalwise Seminars to discuss key questions regarding valuation of intangible assets.…
01 December 2023
What You Need to Know with Dr Mark – December 2023 Edition
In this October 2023 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the recent High Court decision which dismissed…
16 November 2023
Mediations in Family Provision Proceedings: 4 Questions you should be asking, with Sandra Karabidian
Sandra Karabidian, Barrister and a Nationally Accredited Mediator, joined Insights for an exclusive look at the 4 questions practitioners should ask…
27 October 2023
Q&A with Jack Conway: A Roundup of Issues in Executor’s Commission and Remuneration
Jack Conway, Senior Associate at Aitken Partners, answers questions in relation to executor’s remuneration and commission.…
20 September 2023
Crisis counsel the role of lawyers and communicators
Craig Badings, Partner at SenateSHJ, joins to share his insight on the critical interplay between lawyers and communicators in managing crises effecti…
20 September 2023
Crisis counsel the role of lawyers and communicators
Craig Badings, Partner at SenateSHJ, joins to share his insight on the critical interplay between lawyers and communicators in managing crises effecti…
14 September 2023
A Growth Mindset: Top 13 mistakes in upscaling a professional services firm
The legal profession in Australia has witnessed a surge in micro-firms and sole practitioners. Recent data reveals 84% of law firms are now solo opera…
14 September 2023
A Growth Mindset: Top 13 mistakes in upscaling a professional services firm
The legal profession in Australia has witnessed a surge in micro-firms and sole practitioners. Recent data reveals 84% of law firms are now solo opera…
07 September 2023
The Federal Court's Recent Landmark Verdict: Largest-Ever Penalty for Breaching Continuous Disclosure Regulations
Simone Rees, Co-Founder and Principal at Buchanan Rees Dispute Lawyers shares her insight on the Federal Court's recent landmark verdict. In a si…
07 September 2023
The Federal Court's Recent Landmark Verdict: Largest-Ever Penalty for Breaching Continuous Disclosure Regulations
Simone Rees, Co-Founder and Principal at Buchanan Rees Dispute Lawyers shares her insight on the Federal Court's recent landmark verdict. In a si…
05 September 2023
Key Takeaways from Recent Immigration Law Cases with Chris Honnery
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Chris Honnery, Barrister at Frederick Jordan Chambers, addresses key questions regarding deci…
05 September 2023
Marial Lewis on Immigration Law: Challenges, Triumphs, and the Road Ahead
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Marial Lewis, Principal Lawyer and Founder of Crossover Law Group, addresses key questions re…
05 September 2023
Key Takeaways from Recent Immigration Law Cases with Chris Honnery
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Chris Honnery, Barrister at Frederick Jordan Chambers, addresses key questions regarding deci…
05 September 2023
Marial Lewis on Immigration Law: Challenges, Triumphs, and the Road Ahead
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Marial Lewis, Principal Lawyer and Founder of Crossover Law Group, addresses key questions re…
04 September 2023
Unravelling the Scope of an Employer’s Responsibility: Analysing Vicarious Liability in Australia through CCIG Investments Pty Ltd v Schokman
Luke Geary, Partner, Hudson Digby, Senior Associate and Sara Taylor, Lawyer, at Mills Oakley unravels the scope of an employers responsibility and sha…
04 September 2023
Unravelling the Scope of an Employer’s Responsibility: Analysing Vicarious Liability in Australia through CCIG Investments Pty Ltd v Schokman
Luke Geary, Partner, Hudson Digby, Senior Associate and Sara Taylor, Lawyer, at Mills Oakley unravels the scope of an employers responsibility and sha…
31 August 2023
Electric Vehicles and tax – The current state of play
Elizabeth Lucas, Partner of Employment Solutions at Grant Thornton, shares her insight on the complex landscape of electric vehicle taxation, offering…
31 August 2023
Vicarious Liability Under the Sex Discrimination Act and Common Law
Errol Price, Legal Director at Symmetra Global, shares his insight on the crucial and often overlooked distinctions between statutory and common law v…
31 August 2023
Electric Vehicles and tax – The current state of play
Elizabeth Lucas, Partner of Employment Solutions at Grant Thornton, shares her insight on the complex landscape of electric vehicle taxation, offering…
31 August 2023
Vicarious Liability Under the Sex Discrimination Act and Common Law
Errol Price, Legal Director at Symmetra Global, shares his insight on the crucial and often overlooked distinctions between statutory and common law v…
21 August 2023
Disclosure Obligations and Dealing with Disputes about Disclosure - Q & A with Alicia Hill
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Alicia Hill, Principal at Sladen Legal, addresses key questions regarding disclosure obligati…
21 August 2023
How are charities interpreted to be Public Benevolent Institutions?
Harriet Warlow-Shill, Partner at Warlows Legal, joined to share her insights into the meaning of the charity sub-type Public Benevolent Institution, a…
21 August 2023
Disclosure Obligations and Dealing with Disputes about Disclosure - Q & A with Alicia Hill
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Alicia Hill, Principal at Sladen Legal, addresses key questions regarding disclosure obligati…
21 August 2023
How are charities interpreted to be Public Benevolent Institutions?
Harriet Warlow-Shill, Partner at Warlows Legal, joined to share her insights into the meaning of the charity sub-type Public Benevolent Institution, a…
17 August 2023
Recent Court of Appeal Decision towards Expert Evidence - Q&A with Melanie Quixley
Ahead of the Civil Litigation: From Preparation to Hearing conference next week, Melanie Quixley, Principal at Barry Nilsson, joined us for an exclusi…
17 August 2023
Recent Court of Appeal Decision towards Expert Evidence - Q&A with Melanie Quixley
Ahead of the Civil Litigation: From Preparation to Hearing conference next week, Melanie Quixley, Principal at Barry Nilsson, joined us for an exclusi…
31 July 2023
If you want to grow your practice, you’ll need a clear plan
Ben Paul, CEO of The BD Ladder joins us to share his insights on navigating the legal complexities of today's competitive landscape and highlights bus…
31 July 2023
If you want to grow your practice, you’ll need a clear plan
Ben Paul, CEO of The BD Ladder joins us to share his insights on navigating the legal complexities of today's competitive landscape and highlights bus…
15 June 2023
Lodging Caveats - A Practitioner's Professional Responsibilities and Obligations
Vikram Misra, Barrister at Clarence Chambers, continues his series into caveats. In this article, he discusses the practitioners professional responsi…
15 June 2023
Lodging Caveats - A Practitioner's Professional Responsibilities and Obligations
Vikram Misra, Barrister at Clarence Chambers, continues his series into caveats. In this article, he discusses the practitioners professional responsi…
06 June 2023
Key taxation changes affecting your New Zealand Clients
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
06 June 2023
Key taxation changes affecting your New Zealand Clients
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on new/revised measures and interpretations of the law and associated guidance…
24 May 2023
Family Law Parenting: Unacceptable Risks and Violence - Q&A with Susan Warda
Ahead of the Family Law Parenting: Unacceptable Risks and Violence webinar next month, Susan Warda, Partner at Mills Oakley and chair for the program,…
24 May 2023
Family Law Parenting: Unacceptable Risks and Violence - Q&A with Susan Warda
Ahead of the Family Law Parenting: Unacceptable Risks and Violence webinar next month, Susan Warda, Partner at Mills Oakley and chair for the program,…
17 May 2023
Assessing Unacceptable Risks in Parenting Matters - Q&A with Kate Rafton
Ahead of her presentation at the Family Law Parenting: Unacceptable Risks and Violence webinar next month, Kate Rafton, Principal at Rafton Family Law…
17 May 2023
Assessing Unacceptable Risks in Parenting Matters - Q&A with Kate Rafton
Ahead of her presentation at the Family Law Parenting: Unacceptable Risks and Violence webinar next month, Kate Rafton, Principal at Rafton Family Law…
01 March 2023
ACNC urges charities to fully consider the risks and benefits of crypto-assets
Anna Longely, Assistant Commissioner General Counsel at Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, shares her insight into the importance of…
01 March 2023
ACNC urges charities to fully consider the risks and benefits of crypto-assets
Anna Longely, Assistant Commissioner General Counsel at Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, shares her insight into the importance of…
22 February 2023
Leather bound box sets of ‘The Basics of Dianetics and Scientology’ a permitted investment; and other lessons in SMSF compliance
Matthew Burgess, Director at View Legal, shares his insight on lessons in SMSF compliance and the tax penalties associated with non compliance, reinfo…
22 February 2023
Leather bound box sets of ‘The Basics of Dianetics and Scientology’ a permitted investment; and other lessons in SMSF compliance
Matthew Burgess, Director at View Legal, shares his insight on lessons in SMSF compliance and the tax penalties associated with non compliance, reinfo…
09 February 2023
TAX GOVERNANCE – for privately owned groups
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on tax governance for privately owned groups in response to ATO's recently pub…
09 February 2023
Tax Liabilities in Family Law - Q&A with Wendy Miller
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Wendy Miller, Special Counsel at Damien Greer Lawyers, addresses key questions regarding Tax…
09 February 2023
TAX GOVERNANCE – for privately owned groups
Ajay Ravi, Special Counsel at McInnes Wilson Lawyers shares his insight on tax governance for privately owned groups in response to ATO's recently pub…
09 February 2023
Tax Liabilities in Family Law - Q&A with Wendy Miller
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Wendy Miller, Special Counsel at Damien Greer Lawyers, addresses key questions regarding Tax…
30 January 2023
The Emerging Role of UNDRIP - Q&A with Kristen Hodge
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Kristen Hodge, addresses key questions regarding UNDRIP United Nations Declaration for the Ri…
30 January 2023
The Emerging Role of UNDRIP - Q&A with Kristen Hodge
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Kristen Hodge, addresses key questions regarding UNDRIP United Nations Declaration for the Ri…
25 January 2023
Climate Aligned Contract Negotiation and Drafting for In-House Counsel - Q & A with Phoebe Roberts
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Phoebe Roberts, Senior Associate in MinterEllison's Climate & Sustainability Risk Governa…
25 January 2023
Climate Aligned Contract Negotiation and Drafting for In-House Counsel - Q & A with Phoebe Roberts
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Phoebe Roberts, Senior Associate in MinterEllison's Climate & Sustainability Risk Governa…
12 January 2023
Trusts - Q & A with Michael Bersten
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Michael Bersten, Barrister, addresses key questions regarding Trusts. He will be presenting a…
12 January 2023
Setting and Achieving Goals in your Legal Practice - Q & A with Shelley Dunstone
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Shelley Dunstone, founder and Principal of Legal Circles, addresses key questions regarding g…
12 January 2023
Trusts - Q & A with Michael Bersten
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Michael Bersten, Barrister, addresses key questions regarding Trusts. He will be presenting a…
12 January 2023
Setting and Achieving Goals in your Legal Practice - Q & A with Shelley Dunstone
In an exclusive Q&A session with Legalwise Seminars, Shelley Dunstone, founder and Principal of Legal Circles, addresses key questions regarding g…
14 December 2022
Practice and Procedure Part 7: Changes to the monetary jurisdictional limits of the NSW District Court
Vikram Misra, Barrister at Clarence Chambers, continues his series into practice and procedure. In this article, he discusses the changes to the monet…
14 December 2022
Practice and Procedure Part 7: Changes to the monetary jurisdictional limits of the NSW District Court
Vikram Misra, Barrister at Clarence Chambers, continues his series into practice and procedure. In this article, he discusses the changes to the monet…
30 November 2022
The Personal Injury Commission And Judicial Power
Peter Hunt, Principal of McCabes Lawyers shares his insight regarding personal injury commission and judicial power.BackgroundDivision 3.2 of the Moto…
30 November 2022
The Personal Injury Commission And Judicial Power
Peter Hunt, Principal of McCabes Lawyers shares his insight regarding personal injury commission and judicial power.BackgroundDivision 3.2 of the Moto…
29 November 2022
Three key takeaways from COP27 – where do Australian businesses go from here?
Thomas Kim, Partner and Kenneth Lee, Senior Associate at HWL Ebsworth Lawyers, share their insights on the key takeaways from the recently concluded C…
29 November 2022
Is the trade marks attorney obsolete?
Hayley Tarr, Principal of Tarr Law, shares her insight on the recent trade marks applications not being filed by an IP solicitor, or patent and trade…
29 November 2022
Three key takeaways from COP27 – where do Australian businesses go from here?
Thomas Kim, Partner and Kenneth Lee, Senior Associate at HWL Ebsworth Lawyers, share their insights on the key takeaways from the recently concluded C…
29 November 2022
Is the trade marks attorney obsolete?
Hayley Tarr, Principal of Tarr Law, shares her insight on the recent trade marks applications not being filed by an IP solicitor, or patent and trade…
23 November 2022
‘Near enough close enough’ trust establishments fine; with court approval
Matthew Burgess, Director at View Legal, discusses the establishment of a trust with a trustee company. Arguably the quintessential example of a…
23 November 2022
‘Near enough close enough’ trust establishments fine; with court approval
Matthew Burgess, Director at View Legal, discusses the establishment of a trust with a trustee company. Arguably the quintessential example of a…
22 November 2022
Entertainment visa and union consultations
Karen Lo, Partner at Ajuria Lawyers shares her insights regarding entertainment visa and union consultations. Production companies who want to b…
22 November 2022
Entertainment visa and union consultations
Karen Lo, Partner at Ajuria Lawyers shares her insights regarding entertainment visa and union consultations. Production companies who want to b…
21 November 2022
Australian immigration: Who does the Government consider a ‘controversial visitor’?
Karen Lo, Partner at Ajuria Lawyers, shares her insights regarding Australian immigration and answers the question: who does the government consider a…
21 November 2022
Australian immigration: Who does the Government consider a ‘controversial visitor’?
Karen Lo, Partner at Ajuria Lawyers, shares her insights regarding Australian immigration and answers the question: who does the government consider a…
03 November 2022
School Law Series - Managing Separated Families
Rebecca Dahl, Partner at Nicholes Family Lawyers talks about managing separated families in the school environment. Divorce and separation has re…
03 November 2022
School Law Series - Managing Separated Families
Rebecca Dahl, Partner at Nicholes Family Lawyers talks about managing separated families in the school environment. Divorce and separation has re…
31 October 2022
Current out-of-home care insurance market crisis
Luke Geary, Partner and Sara Taylor, Lawyer, Mills Oakley share their insight regarding out-of-home and residential care sector in Australia. Fo…
31 October 2022
Current out-of-home care insurance market crisis
Luke Geary, Partner and Sara Taylor, Lawyer, Mills Oakley share their insight regarding out-of-home and residential care sector in Australia. Fo…
25 October 2022
The Recommended National Standards For Working With Interpreters: an Underutilised Best Practice Toolkit
J Angelo Berbotto, Solicitor and translator shares his insights on the recommended national standards for working with interpreters. The Judicial…
25 October 2022
The Recommended National Standards For Working With Interpreters: an Underutilised Best Practice Toolkit
J Angelo Berbotto, Solicitor and translator shares his insights on the recommended national standards for working with interpreters. The Judicial…
20 October 2022
Mutual Will Agreements – Current State of Play
Mutual Will Agreements (MWAs) are experiencing a surge in interest amongst practitioners, as Client circumstances become ever more complex, estate lit…
20 October 2022
Mutual Will Agreements – Current State of Play
Mutual Will Agreements (MWAs) are experiencing a surge in interest amongst practitioners, as Client circumstances become ever more complex, estate lit…
17 October 2022
The trade marks register as a crystal ball
Hayley Tarr, Principal of Tarr Law, shares her insight on recently filed trade mark applications. She will be presenting at the upcoming Trade Marks L…
17 October 2022
The trade marks register as a crystal ball
Hayley Tarr, Principal of Tarr Law, shares her insight on recently filed trade mark applications. She will be presenting at the upcoming Trade Marks L…
06 October 2022
IP Australia and Aboriginal Cultural Authority – what is the current status?
Hayley Tarr, Principal of Tarr Law, discusses the need for IP Australia to seek consent from the appropriate Aboriginal cultural authority before acce…
06 October 2022
IP Australia and Aboriginal Cultural Authority – what is the current status?
Hayley Tarr, Principal of Tarr Law, discusses the need for IP Australia to seek consent from the appropriate Aboriginal cultural authority before acce…
05 September 2022
Caveats Series Part 12: Incorrectly Identifying the Caveatable Interest in a Caveat and Section 74L of the Real Property Act 1900 (NSW)
Vikram Misra, Barrister at Clarence Chambers, continues his explanation around the importance of drafting caveats properly and the implications. To he…
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18 June 2024
Veterans’ Legislation Reform: A Call for Comprehensive Change
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“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – November 2022 – Asset Protection
Its your house, if youre the spouse!In this November 2022 Edition of Legalwise 'What You Need To Know with Dr Mark', Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the r…
18 January 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 1: Significant developments from the TM Database in 2023 so far
In the first episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Legalwise Insights new video series, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the signif…
25 January 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 2: Familiar Brand Names, Unexpected Applicants
In the second episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Legalwise Insights new video series, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses this week…
09 February 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – February 2023 - Trusts & Tax – ATO sharpens its’ focus!
In this first edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark for 2023, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the recent Guardian tax case which focusses on the v…
10 February 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 3: From Gambling to Tobacco, and all things sinister
In the third episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, joins us with huge news from the Australian trade marks d…
24 February 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 4: This Week's Recap of the TM database
In the fourth episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the most recent developments from the Trade Ma…
24 March 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 5: This Week's Recap of the TM database
In the fifth episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the most recent developments from the Trade Mar…
12 April 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – April 2023 - Family Law – What is your family net worth?
In this April 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the intricacies of family law in relation to w…
26 April 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 6: The Metaverse
In the sixth episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the most recent metaverse trade mark applicatio…
14 June 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – June 2023 - Trustee Resolutions Tips for 30 June
In this June 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at some critical issues that need to be addressed…
02 August 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – August 2023 - What Attracts ATO Attention?
In this August 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at what behaviours attracts the ATOs attention w…
08 September 2023
What You Need To Know with Dr Mark" - September 2023 Edition - Salary Bonuses Assessable When Received
In this September 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at a recent tax case which concluded that an…
30 November 2022
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – November 2022 – Asset Protection
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18 January 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 1: Significant developments from the TM Database in 2023 so far
In the first episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Legalwise Insights new video series, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the signif…
25 January 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 2: Familiar Brand Names, Unexpected Applicants
In the second episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Legalwise Insights new video series, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses this week…
09 February 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – February 2023 - Trusts & Tax – ATO sharpens its’ focus!
In this first edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark for 2023, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the recent Guardian tax case which focusses on the v…
10 February 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 3: From Gambling to Tobacco, and all things sinister
In the third episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, joins us with huge news from the Australian trade marks d…
24 February 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 4: This Week's Recap of the TM database
In the fourth episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the most recent developments from the Trade Ma…
24 March 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 5: This Week's Recap of the TM database
In the fifth episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the most recent developments from the Trade Mar…
12 April 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – April 2023 - Family Law – What is your family net worth?
In this April 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the intricacies of family law in relation to w…
26 April 2023
"Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr" – Episode 6: The Metaverse
In the sixth episode of Trade Mark News with Hayley Tarr, Hayley Tarr, Principal ofTarr Law, discusses the most recent metaverse trade mark applicatio…
14 June 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – June 2023 - Trustee Resolutions Tips for 30 June
In this June 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at some critical issues that need to be addressed…
02 August 2023
“What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – August 2023 - What Attracts ATO Attention?
In this August 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at what behaviours attracts the ATOs attention w…
08 September 2023
What You Need To Know with Dr Mark" - September 2023 Edition - Salary Bonuses Assessable When Received
In this September 2023 Legalwise edition of What you Need to Know with Dr Mark, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at a recent tax case which concluded that an…
01 December 2023
Part 2: Avoiding Pitfalls in Australian Property Development: A Guide for the Informed
Stephen Blake, Founder of Bristax joins Legalwise Insights for the second installment of his three-part series ‘Property Development: A Guide for the Informed’.…
28 October 2023
What You Need To Know with Dr Mark” – October 2023 Edition – Employees v Sub-Contractors
In this October 2023 Legalwise edition of “What you Need to Know with Dr Mark”, Dr Mark Pizzacalla looks at the recent High Court decision which…
17 November 2023
Part 1: Avoiding Pitfalls in Australian Property Development: A Guide for the Informed
Stephen Blake, Founder of Bristax, joins Legalwise Insights for his three part series ‘Property Development: A Guide for the Informed’. In the first installment…
18 June 2024
Practice and Procedure Part 10: Preparation of Witness Statements in Civil Proceedings in the Local Court of NSW
In the tenth edition of Practice and Procedure, Vikram Misra highlights the importance of proper witness statement preparation in civil proceedings to ensure compliance and court reliance.…
11 July 2024
Building and Construction Part 3: Adjudication Determinations and Denial of Procedural Fairness
In the third part of the building and construction series, Vikram Misra, Barrister at Clarence Chambers, considers what constitutes a denial of procedural fairness in adjudication determinations by reference to two recent NSW Court of Appeal cases.…
02 August 2024
Practice and Procedure Part 11: Drafting Evidence of Conversations in Affidavits
In the eleventh edition of Practice and Procedure, Vikram Misra dives into the intricacies of drafting affidavits, highlighting the importance of distinguishing between 'gist' and verbatim memory to maintain witness credibility in legal proceedings.…
22 October 2024
Building and Construction Part 4: Unlicensed/Uninsured Builders Not Entitled to a Progress Payment under SOP Regime
Delve into Part 4 of our building and construction series. Learn about how the 2024 amendment to the SOP Act prevents unlicensed or uninsured contractors from issuing progress payments, enhancing homeowner protections.…
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