Many people do not know the value of freedom until they are locked up for a criminal offence. Therefore, whether you have committed a crime or not, it is crucial to look for a criminal lawyer to represent your case. While a good criminal lawyer will work hard to win a case, the reduction of a sentence is logical in some cases. That said, hiring the right criminal lawyer depends on various aspects.
16 October 2020
Estate planning is the task of deciding how your businesses will run and who will inherit your wealth once you die. Below is a guide on how to create an effective estate plan. Know What To Include Other than your assets, consider intangible assets and your debts. You may opt to sell some of your assets to clear personal and business debts. This ensures your beneficiaries do not inherit your liabilities.
26 February 2020
In the United States,a financial agreement between two people getting married or who plan to live in a de facto relationship is called a prenuptial agreement. However, the same legally binding contract is referred to as a Binding Financial Agreement (BFA) in Australia. If you wish to enter into a financial agreement with your partner, it is crucial to discuss the matter jointly before you engage a family lawyer. Here is what couples need to know about a binding financial agreement.
16 August 2019
You may be kicking yourself if you've picked up a significant injury because of an incident that took place when you were returning from a night of celebration with your friends. You may well have been sensible and left your car at home, as you usually do, and resorted to public transportation and your own two legs to get you back. However, this was a particularly energetic night and you drank far more than you should have.
29 August 2018
The lawyer-client relationship is a multi-dimensional one that is partly professional to win a civil case, partly business, and partly a personal relationship that involves the client revealing confidential information about their life, career, finances, or relationships. When one aspect of this relationship is strained due to mistrust, incompetence or other factors, working together may be difficult or impossible, and the client may be forced to switch to another attorney. The change from one lawyer to another during a case has financial implications for both parties.
22 July 2016
Many working people don't usually give it any thought, but anyone who earns income can go bankrupt. Yes, your financial health can disintegrate at any time! Choosing a bankruptcy lawyer might eventually prove to be the vital difference between quick financial resuscitation and long-term financial suffering. For that reason, it is vital that you pick correctly. Here are two tips to follow when you are in the position of looking for a bankruptcy lawyer.
15 December 2015
While nobody wants to be in a situation where they are under suspicion of having committed a criminal offence, you need to be prepared for this situation if it ever occurs. You could be entirely innocent, but it is still vital that you know how to conduct yourself and know of the necessary services in order to secure your freedom and prove your innocence. When dealing with the authorities, you should always remain calm and not aggravate them as they are simply doing their job.
12 November 2015
While the easiest way to get a divorce granted in Australia is to have signatures from both parties, sometimes it's not possible to find your spouse. This can be either due to an acrimonious separation, where they leave no contact details, or simply due to them going missing. Here are the steps to follow if you want to gain a divorce so that you can move on with your life.
27 October 2015
Family lawyers, such as those employed at Alexanders Lawyers, specialise in legal issues related to divorce, custody battles and domestic disputes. If you are involved in a situation with a loved one that has become violent and that makes you fear for your safety or the safety of people you love, a family lawyer can obtain a restraining order on your behalf. Here are the different kinds of restraining orders that the court allows family lawyers to apply for.
24 September 2015
In September 2013, a fight between two biker gangs sprawled out of a restaurant onto the Gold Coast streets. Now, two innocent bystanders who got caught up in the fight have sued the Queensland Police for injuries they allege were received at the hands of the police. Sometimes in life you are not going to be in the right place at the right time. However, if you do get injured in a situation you could not control, it is important to be reimbursed for any medical expenses that you are now paying out of pocket.
8 September 2015