Legal News - August 2012
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Basic steps for establishing a trust fund
Date: Aug 30, 2012
Establishing a trust fund is perhaps an intimidating undertaking, especially when you consider the complicated tax structures surrounding it.
A discretionary....
A will is a must today
Date: Aug 28, 2012
This week has marked the annual Law Society Will Awareness Day and is aimed to remedy the fact that 45....
What is a de facto relationship?
Date: Aug 24, 2012
When it comes to relationship breakdowns - including those of married couples, de facto partners and same-sex partners - all....
Health insurance and 457 visas
Date: Aug 21, 2012
457 visa holders are required to comply with a number of requirements set out by the Department of Immigration and....
Why should I make a will?
Date: Aug 20, 2012
Regardless of your age, marital status or stage of life, everyone should have a legal will.
While it may be a....
Three stages to 457 visas
Date: Aug 14, 2012
If you are thinking about sponsoring an employee for a 457 visa, it is important to know how the process....
Choosing an executor
Date: Aug 13, 2012
When it comes to making a will, there are plenty of important things to think about - but one key....
Should I make a will myself?
Date: Aug 09, 2012
While there is no legal requirement that says you need to enlist the help of a lawyer when you make....
Immigration minister explains EMAs
Date: Aug 03, 2012
There are a number of different criteria that businesses seeking an Enterprise Migration Agreement must fulfil in order for their....