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Andrews Crosthwaite
Jan 243 min read
Can a step-child contest a will?
As noted in our prior post, a Part IV Application under the Administration and Probate Act 1958 ("the Act") is a claim for family...
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Andrews Crosthwaite
Dec 6, 20233 min read
What happens to co-owned land when one owner wants to sell, but the other does not?
VCAT offers a dispute resolution mechanism for co-owners who are disputing how to manage co-owned land. Our office can assist in applying.
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Andrews Crosthwaite
Nov 27, 20233 min read
When should you be updating your will?
A Will is a “living” document and should be reviewed regularly to ensure that it is up to date and remains consistent with your wishes....
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ASAP Lawyers
Jul 17, 20231 min read
What is the cooling-off period?
The cooling-off period is a right that allows a Purchaser to end the contract within three clear business days of the day of execution.
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ASAP Lawyers
May 24, 20234 min read
Rooming House or residential lease?
The distinction between a rooming house and a residential lease is not always clear
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ASAP Lawyers
May 16, 20233 min read
Can a grandchild of the deceased make a Part IV claim?
If you’re a grandchild of the deceased and have been left out of the deceased’s Will, you may be in a position to make a Part IV claim.
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ASAP Lawyers
Apr 20, 20232 min read
Residential tenant not paying rent? What do you do next?
If you are a Landlord, self-managing your own tenancy, sometimes it can be hard to understand and follow the process to claim unpaid rent...
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ASAP Lawyers
Dec 8, 20223 min read
An overview of the Sale of Business process
What to expect when you are selling your business.
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ASAP Lawyers
Nov 18, 20223 min read
Challenging a Will - The Process for Part IV Claims
If you’ve been left out of a Will or have been unfairly treated in terms of the amount of your inheritance you may be able to make a claim.
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ASAP Lawyers
Nov 14, 20222 min read
Are you buying or selling a business? Here's what you need to know about the Due Diligence process.
Due diligence is an essential step in buying or selling a business.
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ASAP Lawyers
Nov 2, 20222 min read
What is intestacy?
The intestacy provisions of the Administration and Probate Act 1958 apply when a person dies without a valid will.
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ASAP Lawyers
Aug 30, 20222 min read
Debt recovery when the debtor is a company
Have you found yourself in a position where you are owed money and the entity that owes you money is a company? Contact us to discuss.
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ASAP Lawyers
Aug 22, 20221 min read
Purchasing in a Retirement Village? What is the ARVAS?
The Australian Retirement Village Accreditation Scheme is the primary accreditation scheme for retirement village and seniors housing.
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ASAP Lawyers
Aug 15, 20222 min read
What to consider when buying a property unconditional as to finance
Most purchasers of real estate rely heavily on borrowing funds from lenders to complete the transaction.
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ASAP Lawyers
Jul 29, 20222 min read
What is the required testamentary capacity when making a will?
When making a will the testator (person who is making the will) must have the required mental capacity and intent.
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ASAP Lawyers
Jul 18, 20222 min read
Buying at or before an auction
the very nature of an auction can create inherent risks for a purchaser and it is important for purchasers to consider the following items.
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ASAP Lawyers
Jul 15, 20222 min read
Separated by not divorced? What happens to your will?
If you are separated but are not yet divorced, under the law you are still considered married and your Will assumes the same.
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ASAP Lawyers
Jul 12, 20223 min read
The Lawyer’s Role in Subdivisions
If you currently have one or more parcels of land that you would like reconfigured, this can be done by a process referred to as subdivision
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ASAP Lawyers
Jul 11, 20223 min read
Why is it Important to have a Loan Agreement?
It is essential that a formal loan agreement be entered by parties intending to lend or borrow money.
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ASAP Lawyers
Jun 2, 20223 min read
What is a caveat?
A caveat is a notice of an interest in the property. It can be registered on the title of the property if you have a caveatable interest.
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