Recent Supreme Court decision confirms solicitors have an obligation to advise clients on obvious practical implications of transactions which are the subject of advice.
By Paul Kozub and Natalie Sullivan - 3 min read
Courts have held that a solicitor’s role can extend to advising on and severing joint tenancies where applicable.
By Sophie Duffy and Charu Stevenson - 4 min read
A recent decision has confirmed the general principle that solicitor’s duty is owed solely to their client and the Court.
By Charu Stevenson and Gina Tasoulis - 4 min read
The real value of file notes in defending professional indemnity claims.
By Tony Reynolds and Simon Lusk - 4 min read
Advising companies on the new personal GST liability applying to company directors.
By Lucy Williams and Milica Vukancic - 4 min read
Clear and effective communication is key in minimising the likelihood of a professional negligence claim.
By Melissa Fenton and Emma Griffith - 3 min read
The importance of settlement dates for land tax certificates.
By Tony Reynolds and Tony Cavanagh - 3 min read
Consultant solicitors are embracing a flexible approach to legal practice, but do they have the practising certificate to match?
By Glenda Carry and Frances Moffitt - 3 min read
If you are a consultant to a law practice, for insurance purposes the critical question is whether you are an employee or an independent contractor.
By Janice Purvis and Jen McMillan - 3 min read
Two recent decisions highlight the problems that can occur in expert reports or evidence and the attendant risks. By JENNIFER O’BRIEN
By Jennifer O'Brien - 3 min read
JEN MCMILLAN provides her top tips to help solicitors manage critical dates.
By Jen McMillan - 3 min read
How conveyancing solicitors can avoid professional negligence claims in a changing economy. By ROSEMARY WORKMAN.
By Rosemary Workman - 3 min read
Professional negligence claims can often arise from complex litigation. JANICE PURVIS and CANDICE PERRIMAN outline some ways to recognise and manage the risks.
By Candice Perriman and Janice Purvis - 3 min read