Land Tax
Surcharge Purchaser Duty and Surcharge Land Tax are aimed at collecting money from foreign investors who do not ordinarily reside
Surcharge Purchaser Duty and Surcharge Land Tax are aimed at collecting money from foreign investors who do not ordinarily reside
Payroll tax is collected by Revenue NSW and is routinely examined for non-compliance in areas such as grouping provisions where
Goods and Services Tax is an unavoidable burden for any business and often seems as though you are wasting valuable
Capital gains and losses affect a wide range of transactions, although most commonly they are associated with property and shares.
If you have funds in a low tax jurisdiction (tax haven) and you have not declared those funds, or the
If an offshore company or individual transfers money to you in Australia, it will likely be detected by AUSTRAC and
The Tax Practitioners Board regulates the conduct of tax practitioners. Often, mistakes are made because of the instructions received or
If you are penalised for failing to lodge, there is a significant administrative penalty set at 75% (of the amount
Whether you are leaving Australia permanently or entering Australia as a foreign resident it is essential that you do not
A section 353-10 notices is a serious tool available to the ATO that can be used to collect information from
It is well known that the Australian Taxation Office will move quickly to impose a Director Penalty Notice on the
If you are non-compliant with your taxation affairs, or have made mistakes in your BAS or tax returns, and want
If you have an undisputed tax debt, the ATO may accept a reduced amount as full payment of the undisputed
We routinely engage with the Australian Taxation Office to negotiate the reduction of penalties and general interest or to negotiate
If the ATO is pursuing you for a tax debt, they may use a number of ways to recover the
If you have lodged an objection, and the objection was unsuccessful, we can appeal to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (for
If you have been audited and the ATO has imposed additional tax, penalties and interest on you or your business,
ATO audits are never easy and should only be handled by experienced professionals. An allegation made by the Australian Taxation
Shortfall Interest Charges (SIC) and General Interest Charges (GIC) are applied to unpaid tax liabilities. Shortfall Interest Charges are applied
When the ATO audits or otherwise amends an assessment by increasing the amount that you owe, they will also impose
Tax fraud and tax evasion are serious matters that carry heavy consequences, including criminal prosecution and imprisonment. Fraud requires knowledge
Comprehensive Estate planning is important. What is more important is ensuring that the ATO don’t take away from your loved
Before embarking on a new business venture or investment, it is important to understand the potential tax implications that may
If you are considering investing or are starting a new business, it is important to decide what structure will offer
Whether your business has a history of collective agreements or you are starting the process for the first time, our
Ensuring the accuracy employee pay is important not only for good employee relations, but also for avoiding hefty penalties. Systemic
Our team of employment lawyers offer tailored training solutions for any business size.We understand the importance of understanding what your
It is more critical than ever that employers ensure workplaces are free from workplace, bullying, and all forms of discrimination
Every employee has the right to a safe and healthy work environment. With our comprehensive health and safety services, we
We understand the critical role that human resources play in the success of any organisation. Our team provides comprehensive advisory
Workplace investigations can be used to address a wide range of issues within an organisation, from sexual harassment and discrimination,
One of the ways businesses can avoid people problems is to have a set of workplace policies and procedures that
It is not uncommon for people to own property all over the world. There are complicated rules about which laws
If you do die without a will (known as ‘intestate’), contrary to common belief your estate is not automatically gifted
If a deceased estate contains land, a high bank account balance, a retirement village lease, a large share portfolio, or
Appointments of Enduring Guardian allow our clients to appoint trusted loved ones with the authority to make end of life
A ‘Power of Attorney’ is a legal document that allows you to nominate persons whom you trust (referred to as
Estate planning involves developing a strategy to deal with your assets after you die – the legal instruments and structures,
In order for a will to be valid, the person who made the will must have had testamentary capacity at
Persons named as executors of a Will are responsible for defending any challenges made to the Will. It is essential
Have you been left out of a loved one’s Will? You may have a claim. If a Court determines that
Assets can be owned in a variety of ways, and held through a variety of entities. Each option harbours its
Does your Will make sense? What happens if it is not clear? If in the drafting of the Will, the
Need help making a Will? Simply contact us online or give us a call and one of our dedicated team
When considering a purchase of land, you should undertake a search of the title. This will disclose whether there are
If you are considering subdividing land, you need to be aware of the approval process. Subdivisions are governed by each
There are some key differences between retail and commercial leases. In short, they have different regulatory frameworks so obligations are
Exploring financing options for a property or building construction can be a difficult task. Some creditors may not be upfront
Construction contracts are agreements between owners and contractors. A successful building project starts with a well-thought construction contract. There are
National Credit Code is important to borrowers and lenders as it regulates the provision of credit including mortgages, personal loans
We are regularly asked whether years of licence disqualification may be removed. Recent amendments to the law in NSW have
The requirements to hold a truck or heavy vehicle licence are different and so are the legal obligations. With respect
Did you drive in a manner that a reasonable prudent driver would have driven in all the circumstances? This is
In NSW, the Courts consider offences of driving whilst suspended or disqualified very serious. Irrespective of whether your licence is
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol are serious offences all too prevalent in Courts across NSW. The penalties
In the event of suspected criminal activity, assets may be frozen, forfeited, restrained or seized. The circumstances in which such
The Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission (ACIC) and the New South Wales Crime Commission (NSWCC) are statutory organisations set up to
The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) was established to eliminate corruption and restore faith within the public sector. In undertaking
If you are unhappy with the decision of your criminal case, there are possible avenues of appeal available to you.
The more serious criminal offences (also known as indictable offences) in NSW are determined in the District or Supreme Court.
Depending on the seriousness of a criminal offence, the matter may be heard at the Local Court or referred to
Following an arrest, you may either be released on ‘bail’ or brought before a court for a determination of this
Police have powers to arrest however these powers are limited and certain rights of the accused party must be adhered
This permanent visa category is assessed against an applicant’s skills. This stream is for points-tested skilled applicants who meet the
Is someone coming to visit you? In Australia, there are three Visitor Visas available: Each have their own eligibility criteria
Applications under the Family Visa categories often involve various complexities. If you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you
Australia is an increasingly popular place to study. Whether you are looking to study full-time or undertake training in a
To work in Australia, overseas residents need to have a valid work visa. There are a range of different visas
The Australian business innovation and investment programme (“BIIP”) is designed to attract international business talent and entrepreneurs who are willing
There are appeal avenues available to you if your visa has been rejected by the Department of Immigration and Border
Has your visa expired or is about to? You need to act sooner rather than later as overstaying your visa
Otherwise known as workers’ compensation, a work injury may entitle you to make a compensation claim against your employer. As
Diseases suffered as a result of dust and asbestos have special claim processes. Such diseases include asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung
To ensure you are protected from a loss of income in the event of injury, you need adequate income protection
Beyond your working years, you want to be assured of sufficient savings for a comfortable retirement. However, things don’t always
Classed under the category of intentional torts; Assault, Battery and False Imprisonment require an intent to cause harm. A common
Have you sustained an injury but are unsure whether you can make a claim? The world of personal injury can
A claim for public liability arises if you have suffered an injury on private or public property. Depending on the
If you have sustained an injury in a motor vehicle accident, you may be able to make a personal injury
Often family law matters will have an international aspect. This can arise because one parent is now living overseas or
Have you gone through the hassle of getting final orders (whether in property or parenting) and are now having trouble
Couples in de facto relationships have the same rights and entitlements as married couples when it comes to matters regarding
Superannuation contributions have now been a compulsory landmark of the Australian economy for over two decades. As a result, superannuation
You may have a responsibility to financially assist your former spouse/de facto partner if they are presently unable to support
If you are the parent of a child under the age of 18 years, you may be liable for child
Rigid court timetables and procedures can create situations where parties are left at an impasse for months in between court
Arriving at a property settlement does not necessarily mean that you have to go to Court. You can enter into
Over the course of a relationship, parties often spend years accumulating, selling, reinvesting and simply using up various types of
If you have separated from your former partner and you wish to avoid attending Court, there are a number of
If you and your former partner cannot agree about which city or country the children will live in, you can
This area of personal injury covers negligence by any health care provider including doctors, dentists, hospitals and specialists. The law
Are you unsure about how to approach your former partner about what sort of parenting arrangement would be in the
It is not always easy to pinpoint an exact date of “separation”. In fact, the meaning of the word “separation”
Arbitration & Conciliation are more formal methods of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR). Arbitration is similar to presenting your case in
Mediation is another form of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and consists of a mediator, someone impartial and unbiased, to assist
Before pursuing more formal means of dispute resolution, you may consider various Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) options like Negotiation. This
An injunction is a mechanism to request the court to prevent a certain action being taken by another until the
This is a claim for payment of a reasonable sum for work or services performed. Quantum Meruit claims arise where
Entering into a contract or commercial agreement is meant to keep things simple and ensure each party knows their obligations
Are you owed money? There are ways to get what you’re owed without going to court. The first step is
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