What is a Trademark and Why is it Important?
A trademark is a registered type of intellectual property (IP) right that protects a business’s unique products, services or brand. The Trade... Read More
What is Testamentary Capacity?
Testamentary capacity refers to a testator’s mental ability at the time of making or altering their Will. The testator must be of... Read More
What is the Difference Between a Right to Occupy and a Life Interest?
Right to Occupy A Right to Occupy a property gives a person the right to stay in the property in accordance with... Read More
What is a Deed of Family Arrangement?
When a Legal Representative administers an Estate, their job is to ensure that the deceased’s assets are distributed either in accordance with... Read More
What is the Difference Between a Company and a Partnership?
Company A company is a business structure that is a complete separate entity from its owners/directors. A company has the same rights... Read More
What is a Vendor’s Statement?
The Vendor’s Statement, otherwise known as a Section 32 is probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of... Read More
What is the Difference between a Lawyer and a Notary Public
In Victoria, a Notary Public (also known as a Public Notary or Notary) is a Solicitor/Lawyer who, having held a Principal Practicing... Read More
What Happens When a Will Cannot be Fully Distributed?
There are a variety of reasons why a will cannot be fully distributed. This short article will cover a handful of situations... Read More
The Difference Between Discharging a Mortgage and Paying a Mortgage Off
A mortgage is a secured loan made up of two ‘parts’, the loan, and the security. The loan is a sum of... Read More
What Is The Difference Between An Agreement and a Deed?
What is a Deed? A deed is a legal document used for the purpose of binding promises or commitments that an individual... Read More