Trouble at the bank of mum and dad
Gift or loan? Families can be litigious when they fall out but good practice at the outset can keep it out of court.
By Anneka Frayne - 7 min read
The latest from the Federal Court: November 2016
Reporting and analysis of the most notable decisions in the Federal Court. By DAN STAR QC.
By Dan Star QC - 5 min read
Abortion law reform: why it’s time we caught up
Safe and affordable access to abortion services is not as readily available across Australia as might reasonably be expected. By ANASTASIA KRIVENKOVA.
By Anastasia Krivenkova - 4 min read
New GST laws impact legal services for non-resident clients
From 1 October 2016, legal services may be GST-free in a broader range of circumstances. The reforms potentially benefit both non-resident clients and law firms….
By Matthew Cridland - 6 min read
Interpreting bilateral tax treaties
A provision in a tax treaty is to be interpreted according to its language, context, and object and purpose. By STEPHEN TULLY.
By Stephen Tully - 7 min read
The latest from the High Court: November 2016
Reporting and analysis of the latest key judgments from the High Court of Australia. By ANDREW YUILE.
By Andrew Yuile - 7 min read
Risk management and claims prevention
The incidence and cost of claims against Lawcover insureds has reduced markedly. By SIMONE HERBERT-LOWE.
By Simone Herbert-Lowe - 4 min read
Sense and sensitivity: therapeutic records in family law proceedings
Records of therapeutic interventions, such as counselling or psychiatric assessment, may be useful evidence in litigation. By CAROLYN JONES.
By Carolyn Jones - 6 min read
Navigating the forest of offers and costs: key principles
Successful offers do not always result in indemnity costs. By PETER KOZERA.
By Peter Kozera - 7 min read
The latest developments in Law Society advocacy & law reform: November 2016
The Law Society’s Policy and Practice team brings you a wrap-up of the most important issues of the moment.
By The Law Society Policy and Practice Department - 9 min read
How the Internet of Things will affect the future of litigation
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the latest phase in the evolution of the internet, bringing with it unprecedented access and insights into people’s lives….
By Michael Legg and Claire Goulding - 7 min read