- What's new in succession law
We are reminded once more than only a court can determine the validity of a will – even if the parties are in agreement.
Christine Smyth
In practice
- In practice
A recent Supreme Court case illustrates the point that contractual provision of a notice differs from meeting a contractual obligation.
Catherine Jackson
- In practice
More prescriptive lending processes are one potential outcome following the recent ASIC v Westpac appeal decision.
William Isdale, Sam Walpole
- What's new in succession law
Questions of capacity can arise in unexpected circumstances.
Christine Smyth
- In practice
A Court of Appeal decision reaffirms the importance of procedural safeguards when providing involuntary treatment for people with mental illness.
- Casenotes
Berry v CCL Secure Pty Ltd [2020] HCA 27 (5 August 2020)
Dr Michelle Sharpe
- Casenotes
Lewis v Australian Capital Territory [2020] HCA 26 (5 August 2020)
Dr Michelle Sharpe
- Back to basics
The first step in making an urgent application in the Federal Court is to identify the relief being sought.
Kylie Downes QC
- What's new in succession law
After 150 years, is Banks v Goodfellow due for an update?
Christine Smyth
- In practice, Sponsored content
In an increasingly competitive business environment, customer experience is fast becoming a key strategic focus for law firms across the country.
- Casenotes
Lacy & Cloett [2020] FCCA 791 (9 April 2020)
Robert Glade-Wright
- Casenotes
Hallett & Malcolm & Anor [2020] FCCA 835 (15 April 2020)
Robert Glade-Wright
- Casenotes
Aitken & Gladstone [2020] FCCA 966 (8 May 2020)
Robert Glade-Wright
- Casenotes
Barnell [2020] FamCAFC 102 (1 May 2020)
Robert Glade-Wright
- What's new in succession law
This litigation over a small estate provides a valuable lesson in convincing parties to reach a compromise rather than litigate.
Christine Smyth
- Succession law
Christine Smyth provides a useful update on legislative changes of interest to succession lawyers.
Christine Smyth
- In practice
The thing about learning as a lawyer is there is never an end to it.
Sandra Pepper
- In practice
Many offices have a 'Golden Child', but how should these rising stars be managed?
Shane Budden
- What's new in succession law
In a case laden with issues, a key question revolved around a claim for legal professional privilege in the context of 21 documents within a will instruction file.
Christine Smyth
- In practice
There's a piece of simple advice for any advocate – say what you have to say, and stop.
Shane Budden
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