Basically, a Will is not valid unless it is in writing, signed by the Testator in the presence of at least two witnesses present at the same time, and who attest and sign the Will in the presence of the Testator. Other problems or issues may invalidate a Will, but this is fundamental to a […]
If you asked anyone who hasn’t had to retain a lawyer before, most would say legal knowledge. If, however, you ask anyone who has ever had to use a lawyer before, most will say that a good lawyer must listen and work hard for their client’s best interests. It’s something that can be overlooked as […]
The Korea Australia Free Trade Agreement (“KAFTA”) entered into force on 12 December 2014 This agreement did not just contain provisions for the removal of tariffs for the trade in goods it also aims to eliminate other barriers which impedes on the trade relationship between the two countries. Set out below are a few of […]
The primary issue in estate planning is ensuring that your wishes are carried out on your death. It is your property and you should be free to choose to whom it will be transferred on your death, right? Simply put you make a valid will specifying your wishes and appoint a person to carry this […]
The Royal Commission into Institutional Response to Child Sexual Abuse has examined the extent to which ‘justice for victims’ has been, or can be, achieved through previous and current redress processes and civil litigation systems. This report contains recommendations in relation to the provision of effective redress for victims through the establishment, funding and […]
A woman has recently spoken publicly about being refunded the tuition fee’s she spent sending her son to an elite private school in Queensland for five years from 1989. Her son was sexually abused at the school and has since attempted suicide. She initially sent letters to the school in 2010 which were rejected, however […]
When you separate from your husband, wife or de facto partner, in order to divide the assets that you accumulated during the relationship you need complete a property settlement. A property settlement is separate from Divorce. Divorce, in effect, means that you are no longer married and are legally free to marry another person. Applying […]
Norton Gledhill Principal Peter Moran and Special Counsel Sarah Strapps have advised the CEO Forum Group in a buy-out by the American based The Corporate Executive Board (CEB). Further details of the transaction can be found here. Norton Gledhill Press Release Financial Review Full Article
October 14, 2015 – MIAMI, Fla. – Global U.S. law firm Diaz, Reus & Targ LLP announces a newly formed strategic alliance with Australian firm Holman Webb Lawyers to further strengthen its capabilities in the Asia Pacific region and to more effectively serve its well-established U.S. and Latin American client base seeking business opportunities in […]
BP&A, proud Partner of the London Stock Exchange Group, is very active on cross-border financial transactions (mergers, acquisition, listing projects, bond issuing, private equity operations). We operate with a broad network of international key financial players (investment funds, private equity and venture capital companies) with specific focus on small and medium sized companies. Today, alternative […]
mdp special counsel Sarah Verstak compares the differing legal positions on this issue in Australia and the United States. The differences highlight why caution should be exercised when entering into patent licence agreements in different regions. The Supreme Court of Victoria in ARB Corporation v Robert & Ors recently found that royalties were payable beyond the life […]
mdp special counsel Sarah Verstak compares the differing legal positions on this issue in Australia and the United States. The differences highlight why caution should be exercised when entering into patent licence agreements in different regions. The Supreme Court of Victoria in ARB Corporation v Robert & Ors recently found that royalties were payable beyond the life […]