Corporate & Commercial 25 August 2021 The Commercial Tenancy Rent Relief Scheme is back

Following further lockdowns, many commercial tenancies are continuing to suffer the ongoing financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.  To address this, the Victorian Government...
Agribusiness 24 August 2021 ACCC commences proceedings against dairy processor under the Dairy Code

ACCC commences proceedings against dairy processor under the Dairy Code If you are a dairy farmer and want to supply your milk to a...
News 11 August 2021 Media release: David Galbally AM QC joins Coulter Legal

One of Australia’s most experienced and highly regarded lawyers, David Galbally AM QC, has joined law firm Coulter Legal. Mr Galbally has joined as...
Corporate & Commercial 11 August 2021 Lessons from Re McGowan & Valentini Trusts

Introduction A recent case handed down in the Supreme Court of Victoria, Re McGowan & Valentini Trusts VSC 154 (Re McGowan & Valentini)...
Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 11 August 2021 Grants of Representation – what are they and how do I obtain one?

When a person passes away, the assets they hold in their personal capacity, including bank accounts, shares, property, cash, jewellery and furniture, must be...
Property & Development 11 August 2021 The Bank of Mum and Dad: A breakdown of the risks and considerations associated with private lending.

As house prices continue to surge, many first homebuyers are relying on their parents, colloquially termed the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’, for financial...
Wills, Estates & Succession Planning 10 August 2021 What about my fur-family? How to provide for pets in your estate plan

The term ‘estate planning’ covers a number of documents and considerations; your Will, your Powers of Attorney, your superannuation and other factors relevant to...
News 10 August 2021 Upcoming event: Employment Law for small businesses

On Wednesday 1 September 2021, we are hosting an online event as part of the Geelong Small Business Festival. Presented by our Workplace Relations team,...
News 6 August 2021 Kevin Roache retires

After more than 50 years practising law in Victoria, Kevin Roache has decided to retire and spend more time with his family and his...
News 6 August 2021 Welcome Rachelle Eytan

Welcome to the team Rachelle Eytan – Senior Lawyer, Corporate & Commercial. Rachelle is available to assist with a variety of transaction and commercial advice...
News 28 July 2021 Drive-through signing of Wills & Powers of Attorney

We have taken a fresh approach to meet strong demand and ensure clients can continue to access legal services safely and with ease during...
Property & Development 26 July 2021 Good news for charities as Supreme Court of Victoria considers the charitable land tax exemptions

In the recent case of University of Melbourne v Commission of State Revenue VSC 156, the Supreme Court of Victoria considered whether land...