Legal Affairs Lounge

What Exactly do Executors of Wills do?

One of the biggest decisions when you prepare a Will is deciding who will be the executor. This role is a big responsibility, and the decision shouldn’t be taken lightly. To help you nominate the right person, here’s a rundown of what a Will executor’s tasks include. What do executors of Wills do? The executor […]

Why A DPN Can Put Your Personal Assets Under Threat

If you run a business of any size, it’s vital you understand what a director penalty notice (DPN) is and how to deal with one. Here is an explainer, as shared by a Legal Affairs Business Lawyer. What is a Director Penalty Notice (DPN)? A director penalty notice is issued by the Australian Taxation Office […]

Solving Insolvency Without Liquidating

In these rapidly evolving times, demand from consumers is shifting, product availability has changed, and costs are becoming unmanageable for many businesses. If your company is experiencing financial trouble and you can’t see a simple way out, it may be time to explore insolvency. Many business owners assume that becoming insolvent means liquidating. When this […]

The Steps for Insolvency for Debtors

The term insolvency describes the situation where an individual or business cannot pay bills when they are due. Take a look at some of the options and steps involved with the insolvency process if you are a business. How do you know if you are insolvent? The signs you are insolvent are: If the number […]

How to Dispute a Will – What You Need to Know

It is always a difficult time when a relative or loved one passes away but emotions can be heightened when there is a dispute over the Will. If someone close to you has died and you believe the Will to be unfair, there may be legal steps you can take to claim money or assets […]

Important Tax Debt Information for Business Owners

The last few years have been tricky for many businesses due to COVID and it’s understandable that many organisations have fallen behind on their tax payments. However, with the severe impacts of COVID diminishing, the Australian Tax Office is taking steps to start reducing the many billions (yes, billions) of dollars in tax debt. It […]

Can a Restructure Save Your Business?

There’s no denying we live in turbulent times. As a result, many businesses find themselves facing insolvency, despite doing everything ‘right’. If you’ve had money difficulties but want to hold on to your business and feel like there is hope for a positive outcome, one solution can be to press ‘pause’ and get help to […]

Buying Real Estate with Your Partner: Do You Need a Prenup?

Buying real estate, can be an incredibly exciting process, particularly the first time around. If you’re intending to do so with a partner, it’s just as momentous and signifies a big step in the relationship, as you plan towards a happy future together. Buying property is the biggest purchase many Australians will ever make. So, […]

Why your Business Needs a Social Media Policy

There’s no denying that social media connects us, informs us and of course, entertains us. What was originally used by individuals for personal use has now expanded to use by businesses to advertise – and often with great results. However, social media should always be used with caution. You probably know about stranger danger already, […]