What To Look For In Your Lawyer's Contract

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You will be overwhelmed when looking for a lawyer to represent you in a criminal or civil hearing. A mistake that most clients make is assuming that all lawyers offer the same quality of services. However, this is far from the truth. A lawyer's engagement contract will give intricate details about the services they will offer and how the lawyer relates with clients. Below is an article discussing some of the details you should look out for in a lawyer's contract.

12 August 2021

Conveyancing Process When Buying a House

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Conveyancing involves the legal processes undertaken during the purchase or sale of a property. Due to its complexity, it is not something you can do by yourself. Thus, you need the help of a professional conveyancer proficient in the processes. They will assist you in financial matters, searches, tax adjustments, document verification, and zoning enquiries, among others.  The property buying process involves numerous steps. However, these steps are not always the same since each process has its unique challenges.

3 May 2021

A Guide to Serving Divorce Papers

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Serving your spouse with divorce papers means presenting your spouse with documents that notify him or her that you have filed a divorce petition with a court. These documents also contain details about the various things you want from the divorce. Filing A Divorce Petition A petition is a document that contains details about your marriage. For example, you may include your name and that of your spouse, names of children if you have any, a list of separate property and marital property, where you stand with child custody and property settlement, whether you want spousal support, etc.

4 February 2021

Aspects to Consider When Hiring a Criminal Lawyer

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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 Tips

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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

3 Things Couples Need To Know About A Binding Financial Agreement (BFA)

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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

How to Handle Living Under the Same Roof with Your Former Spouse

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Divorce is often a complicated and painful process, but it's sometimes necessary. After separating from your partner, you often need to figure out what's next. With the high cost of divorce and the reality of your new financial situation, it might make sense to continue living under the same roof with your former partner. Having an ongoing mortgage or caring for children from your marriage are often compelling reasons for you and your former spouse to continue living in the same home.

28 December 2018