Litigation
Speaking freely: “Without Prejudice” explained
The phrase “without prejudice” is commonly used by lawyers and non-lawyers during commercial verbal negotiations or seen on legal correspondence.
May 9, 2018
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Where there’s a Will, there’s a way: Property distribution
When making your Will it is important to consider how your beneficiaries receive what you intend to give them.
April 24, 2018
Property
Where there’s a Will, there’s a way: Executors and Administrators
The executor is a person who will oversee the probate of a deceased person’s estate. Many people name their spouse or adult child as the executor.
April 9, 2018
Property
Where there’s a Will, there’s a way: Wills explained
A Will is a legal document that details what you’d like to happen with your estate upon your death.
March 21, 2018
Litigation
Ready for Court? Know your pre-litigation requirements
Many people may not be aware that before you commence legal proceedings, there are some pre-litigation compliance certifications that are required by the Court.
March 14, 2018
Litigation
Debtors avoiding service: They can run, but can they hide?
Once legal proceedings are filed, it is a necessary part of the process to personally serve the debtor or defendant with the originating Court documents.
February 21, 2018
Property
Five tips for purchasing commercial property
Commercial property has become an increasingly popular investment option in recent years, especially for self-managed super fund (SMSF) investors.
February 15, 2018
Property
New property laws: Are you liable to pay “ghost tax”?
As of 1 January 2018, the Vacant Residential Property Tax (VRPT), also known as “ghost tax”, will be imposed on dwellings vacant for more than a total of six (6) months in a calendar year.
February 7, 2018
Commercial
Commercial property: I’ve been evicted, what are my rights?
Property eviction can be a complicated procedure. If a commercial landlord engages in an unlawful eviction, they may become liable to the tenant for consequential losses and relief against forfeiture.
January 29, 2018
Commercial
Commercial property: My tenant hasn’t paid!
Recently the DE team were contacted by a client who is a commercial landlord, enquiring about a default by his tenant on rental payments.
January 24, 2018
Commercial
Renters Vs landlords: New tenancy laws
Recently the Victorian Government announced an initial set of reforms that will take into account the changing nature of the rental market itself, and the needs and expectations of tenants and landlords.
January 17, 2018
Litigation
Free yourself from debtors this new year
The start of a new year is an excellent time to refresh your finances. Our team at DE have put together five tips that can help you free yourself from debtors.
January 8, 2018
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A Christmas note from DE Directors Simon Exley and Steven Dangerfield
Given Santa is almost at our respective doors, Simon and I would just like to say thank you to all those who have helped make and continue to make DE the workplace of choice for our loyal and talented staff, and the law firm of choice for our valued clients.
December 20, 2017
Commercial
Help! I’m a long-term tenant being told to vacate!
Recently Dangerfield Exley Lawyers were contacted by a client who was served with a notice to vacate.
December 13, 2017
Commercial
The future is here: Electronic contracts
Australian companies are quickly embracing electronic and paperless transactions, and the legal industry is no exception.
December 6, 2017