WHAT IS PROPERTY? Almost everything that has a saleable value in the marketplace is property. That could range from real estate and shares to obscure antiques and collectables. As long as there is a buyer prepared to pay money and, therefore, attribute value to the...
What is mediation? Mediation involves parties in a dispute engaging the services of a neutral and independent third party (a mediator) who facilitates communication, discussion and negotiations between the parties in a dispute with the aim of an agreement being...
The Family Law Act (“FLA”) gives recognition to grandparents as well as other extended family members when it comes to parenting matters. It is not the grandparents’ right but, rather, it is considered the child or children’s right to have an ongoing and meaningful...
Sometimes, solicitors may be confused about the need to follow instructions provided to them by their client’s attorneys. Pursuant to the Victorian Powers of Attorney Act 2014 (Vic) legislation the following needs to be considered: 1. Who is the client? The client is...
Before 1989, child maintenance issues were dealt with by the Family Court. This was cumbersome and expensive and often the amount of child support obtained, did not justify the financial and emotional costs involved. Also, the amounts awarded were sometimes grossly...
Businesses can take many forms, including sole trader, partnership, company and/or trust structures. A business may have value, either because it owns assets (cars, trucks, stock, tools of trade etcetera) or as a “going concern”. As long as it has value, it will form...
Family law is complex, and can be made even more complex if there are emotional, psychological or other issues such as mental health, substance abuse and/or domestic violence. In the complex maze some answers to some basic questions may give you some clarity to be...
Parents can negotiate, agree and produce in writing an agreement about the future financial support of their children. Any such agreement must be in writing and must be: 1. In writing; and2. Signed by all parties. There are two types of agreements namely: A. Limited...
Christmas 2023 Toy Run The Partners and staff at Pearsons Lawyers are excited to once again present Hope Centre of Glenroy with an amazing assortment of toys, stationery and supplies from our annual Christmas Toy drive. We understand people in our community are...
Congratulations to our very own solicitor, Kenny Tran, upon being appointed to the Ethnic Communities Council of Victoria. What a great achievement, we are so proud of you Kenny On Thursday 30 December 2023, The Ethnics Communities Council of Victoria (ECCV) held its...
