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Category: Areas of Law

ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog Content 02 JAN 2023
How to Use Your Funds to Make a Difference Through Socially Responsible Investing
Making a difference in the world is important to many people, and businesses can play a significant role. As a business person, you should use your funds and resources to...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog Content 01 JAN 2023
The Importance of ESG and Sustainability for Small–Medium Businesses
Regarding sustainable and responsible business practices, large corporations have been leading the charge for many years. But what about small and medium-sized businesses? Are they being left behind? The answer...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Why Do You Need to Take into Account Modern Slavery in Your Supply Chain
Why Do You Need to Take into Account Modern Slavery in Your Supply Chain?
When it comes to your supply chain, do you know where your products come from? Are you confident that the people who made them were treated fairly and paid a...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
What to Do on Your Next Modern Slavery Statement
What to Do on Your Next Modern Slavery Statement
Most people consider slavery a historical phenomenon, not something that exists now. However, even though slavery has been abolished in many nations, contemporary slavery is still pervasive. And as the...
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Banking & Finance
Why You Should Find a Financial Investment Lawyer
Why You Should Find a Financial Investment Lawyer
Financial investments are any activities that allow an individual to place or contribute monetary funds to any institution, organisation, business, property or product to acquire assets and gain income or...
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Banking & Finance
Australian Banking and Finance Do We Owe Payroll Tax
Australian Banking and Finance: Do We Owe Payroll Tax?
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requires employers to withhold tax from employees’ wages and to lodge pay as you go (PAYG) withholding tax returns each quarter. However, what if you...
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Banking & Finance
Blog-Content-2-NOV-2022-06
The Function of Shareholder Agreements
Are you a shareholder in a company? Or are you in need of drafting a shareholders’ agreement for your business? Shareholder agreements are important documents for every company, big or...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Legal Considerations to Get Your Startup Ready For Investors
Legal Considerations to Get Your Startup Ready For Investors
Your startup needs investors to get off the ground and grow. However, investors do not just invest in any businesses. They tend to look at all legal aspects and requirements...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
What Distinguishes SRI from ESG investing
What Distinguishes SRI from ESG investing?
Many people think of socially responsible investing (SRI) and environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing as the same. However, there are key differences between these two approaches to investing. In...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog-Content-2-NOV-2022-03
The Future of ESG Investment
We’ve seen a rise in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing trends in 2022, and it’s not slowing down any time soon. According to Bloomberg, ESG assets will hit $50...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
What Does Good Performance Mean in Terms of ESG
What Does Good Performance Mean in Terms of ESG?
Business practices and goals now influence consumer behaviour and decisions. Consumers would hold off on purchasing a product or service if they find out that a company is not up...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
ESG Investing: What Is It and Will It Increase My Returns?
ESG Investing: What Is It and Will It Increase My Returns?
ESG investing has become a popular buzzword in the investment world. But what does it mean? And more importantly, will it increase your portfolio returns?  In this blog post, we...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog Content 1 NOV 2022 010
ESG and Sustainability: Are They Crucial For Your Business?
Conscious consumerism has grown exponentially over the last decade. In response, multiple companies from different industries have changed their approach when providing their goods and services, from the way they...
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Property
Blog Content 1 NOV 2022 09
Why Intellectual Property Law Is Important for Startups
Have you ever had that burst of inspiration and creativity and decided to make it into something tangible like a business or invention? You decide to launch this idea and...
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Financial Services & Compliance
Blog Content 1 NOV 2022 08
When Should You Talk to a Lawyer About Your Expenses?
Handling finances covers a multitude of mundane tasks. With this, you must be able to take a look at your overall active and passive income, assets, liabilities and expenses. Hearing...
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Employment Law
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Impending Gig Economy Reform & Deliveroo's Quick Hop
Deliveroo’s withdrawal from Australia last Wednesday, 16 November 2022, made public news when the fast-food delivery enterprise was placed into voluntary administration, effective immediately. The decision, which had been in...
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Family Law
Blog Content 1 NOV 2022 07
Australian Family Law: Everything You Need to Know
Are you going through a separation or divorce and need some help understanding Australian family law? This post will discuss the key concepts of family law, including property settlements, child...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog Content 1 NOV 2022 06
The Impact of Modern Slavery On Your Business
We all know the saying, ‘Business is business’. However, what happens when business intersects with something as horrific as modern slavery?  In Australia, modern slavery is a problem that has...
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Financial Services & Compliance
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ASIC TARGETING STATEMENTS AND REPRESENTATIONS ABOUT “GREENWASHING” ?
CASE BACKGROUND 4. ASIC’s concerns were that Tlou did not have a reasonable basis to make the statements or that the statements were not factually correct. GREENWASHING EXPLAINED As ASIC...
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Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Statutory Demands 10 NOV 22 blog
I've been served with a creditor’s statutory demand – what are my options?
A creditor’s statutory demand is a formal written request requiring a company to pay a debt within 21 days from service of the demand. A failure to respond to a...
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Family Law
Blog Content 1 NOV 2022 05
When to Hire a Family Lawyer to Resolve a Family Dispute
Family disputes are never easy, and when they occur, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. But when you hire family lawyers in Sydney, you can...
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Wills & Estates
Blog-Content-1-NOV-2022-04
Last Will and Testament: Properties You Should Not Include
Writing a last will and testament is a responsible decision to make. Your ‘will’ ensures that all your assets and belongings will be taken care of after you pass away....
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Employment Law
Blog-Content-1-NOV-2022-03
Why You Should Use Sydney Legal Services to Handle Employment Law Issues
It is the employees’ obligation to follow all agreements between them and their employers. But it is the employer’s  responsibility to ensure that the employees are in a safe environment...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog-Content-1-NOV-2022-02
ESG Reporting: Frameworks, Criteria and Requirements
ESG reporting is becoming an essential aspect of stakeholder engagement for most businesses or companies. Unfortunately, essential frameworks, criteria and requirements for handling this reporting are a mystery to many...
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Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Commercial Law and Litigation: Explained
Commercial litigation is a term that is used to describe any type of lawsuit that arises from a business or commercial transaction or dispute. Commercial litigation can range from contract...
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Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 010[31]
Commercial Litigation for ‘Unrepresented’ Individuals: What You Need to Know
The lack of legal representation for Australian commercial law means that many individuals are not able to have their voices heard in court. This can be a significant disadvantage as...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 09[64]
What Is ESG Investing?
In recent years, there has been a growing interest in ESG investing, as more and more people are looking to align their values with their investment portfolios. Socially responsible investing,...
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Construction & Infrastructure
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DEVELOPERS ON NOTICE
BAD NEWS FOR BAD DEVELOPERS As part of the NSW Building Commissioner’s ever continuing reforms to the building industry, David Chandler OAM is now driving a new agenda, seeking to now implement...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 08[94]
ESG: What Is It and Why Is It Important For Your Business?
ESG or environmental, social and governance factors are becoming increasingly relevant due to the benefits that they bring–not just to the investor but to the company itself. However, what are...
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Family Law
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 07[75]
What Is the Impact of Divorce on Your Estate Plan?
A divorce can be a complicated and stressful time for anyone involved. It’s important to have a well-thought-out estate plan in place to protect your assets. After a divorce, the...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 06[49]
Modern Slavery Act: What Australian Businesses Should Know
Enforced in January 2019, the Modern Slavery Act has required all Australian businesses with a revenue of over $100 million to produce a slavery and human trafficking statement. By understanding...
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Financial Services & Compliance
Financial Services A4 Ad -2 10 OCT 2022
Laundering?
Has your anti-money laundering (AML) program been independently reviewed? 💸 Madison Marcus provides prompt, practical and pragmatic advice.  Delivering independent appraisals and risk assessments of your compliance with the Anti-Money Laundering &...
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Family Law
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 05.1[12]
Will Vs Trust: Which Is the Better Option For You?
When discussing a will and a family trust, many people misunderstand the two as being identical. Although both can be used for estate planning, they have completely different applications and...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 04[62]
ESG and Sustainability: What's the Difference?
Climate change vulnerability, environmental destruction and eco-responsibility are just some of the concepts and terms you hear being discussed by media and government entities nowadays. Rightfully so, since environmental stewardship...
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Family Law
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 03[46]
Things to Consider for Estate Planning During a Divorce
Australia’s Family Law is a comprehensive statute that prescribes how to handle disputes involving matrimonial relationships, child custody and conjugal assets. It defends the rights of its members, especially the...
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Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 02[25]
Commercial Law: What Is It and Why Is It Important?
The Australian legal system is based upon the English Common Law (with modifications), wherein state, federal and local legislation regulates various business activities. In the absence of any applicable legislation,...
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ESG & Modern Slavery
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EnPerSo Travel Combats Modern Slavery
EnPerSo Co-Founders, Dan Heathwood and Jess Richards have been working alongside Madison Marcus’s Eric Boone and the team to drive real-world action to combat and mitigate modern slavery in the travel industry and their supply chain....
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Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Shareholders Disputes
Written by Cristian Fuenzalida When individuals come together to set up a company as shareholders, there is an expectation that pre-established relations between shareholders will continue to thrive throughout the...
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Family Law
Blog 10 OCT 2022 blog 01[64]
Family Law Consent Order: Why Do I Need One?
Are you recently separated? Have you been served with divorce papers? Or are you considering a divorce? If so, you may be wondering what a consent order is and why...
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Family Law
Blog 04 OCT 2022 blog-10
The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on Family Law in Australia
Family law in Australia can be complex and confusing. This cheat sheet will help you to understand the basics of family law in Australia, including what is covered by family...
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Financial Services & Compliance
Optus Data Breach 29 SEPT 22 blog-1
The Optus Data Breach
Article was written by Vicky Grillakis On 22 September 2022, telecommunications giant, Optus, notified the Australian Cyber Security Centre, the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) and other relevant...
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Family Law
Blog 04 OCT 2022 blog-9
Collaborative Family Law: A Peaceful Method of Divorce
Family Law in Australia is an encompassing act that mandates how to proceed with issues regarding marital relations, child custody and conjugal properties. It upholds and preserves the sanctity, values...
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Employment Law
Blog 12 SEP 2022 blog-2
Finding a Law Firm in Melbourne: Some Helpful Facts You Should Know
There are many law firms in Melbourne, and choosing the right one can be daunting. The best law firm in Melbourne can be right before you, but you may not...
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Areas of Law
Blog 12 SEP 2022 blog-1
What Are the Qualities of the Best Law Firms in Sydney?
Law firms play an essential function in people’s lives by providing advice and assistance to reduce personal or corporate risk and navigate through the complexities of legal challenges. However, not...
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Family Law
Blog 04 OCT 2022 blog-8
Do You Need Assistance with Divorce and Child Custody Issues? Read Here
As mandated by the Family Law Act of 1975, it should be in the interest of both parents, whether married, separated or in a de facto relationship, to form a...
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Updates
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EMPLOYMENT LAW: WORKER'S ENTITLEMENT IN THE GIG ECONOMY
Article written by Michael Short News reports have recently reported that the families of two Uber Eats riders who died during their employment with Uber Eats have filed applications for...
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Family Law
Blog 04 OCT 2022 blog-7
How to Prepare for a Consultation with a Brisbane Family Lawyer Regarding Divorce
No one said divorce would be easy. It’s never easy when your relationship comes to an end. What’s unfortunate is that it can be a complex and emotionally charged process....
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Family Law
Blog 12 SEP 2022 blog-9
Divorce and Domestic Violence: Is Domestic Violence Considered a Crime
The 2016 Australian Bureau of Statistics showed that 2.2 million Australians had encountered some type of violence from their partners. Domestic violence is a serious problem, and it is estimated...
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Family Law
Blog 12 SEP 2022 blog-8
Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements: Do You Really Need One
Prenups, also known as ‘binding financial settlements’, were made enforceable in Australia for the first time in 2000, with the passage of the Family Law Amendment Act. Prenuptial agreements or...
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Announcements
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DIGITAL ASSETS (MARKET REGULATION) BILL 2022
  Following the Australian Crypto Convention, Senator Bragg expressed his frustration with the apparent lack of progress in crypto regulations by the current Federal Government. He took the opportunity to...
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