Losing a loved one is often an emotionally overwhelming experience, and amidst the grief, managing legal matters can add another layer of complexity. Yet it most often falls to those closest to the deceased to manage the administrative burden created by death. A... Read More
The Australian real estate market offers an array of opportunities for investment. A common type of real estate investment is residential property with existing tenants. This can be an appealing option for various reasons, including the benefit of receiving rental... Read More
If you are facing criminal charges, you will likely be worried about the implication of a criminal record and how it may limit your opportunities in life. A criminal conviction can affect current and future employment, your ability to travel, and the capacity to... Read More
D’Arcy Sloman Peacock Lawyers: Your Trusted Criminal Lawyers in Sydney D’Arcy Sloman Peacock Lawyers stands as a beacon of reliability and expertise in the realm of criminal law in Sydney. We offer exceptional legal services to clients facing a myriad of... Read More
An option clause is a term in a commercial lease that allows a tenant to renew their lease at the end of the original lease period, if they meet certain conditions. Landlords are not obliged to offer a renewal option. However, it is often in the interests of both... Read More
Recent research found that 99% of intimate partner homicides in New South Wales that occurred between 2008 and 2016 were preceded by evidence of “coercive control” within the relationship. In 2022, the NSW parliament introduced a law to criminalise coercive control in... Read More
Once upon a time, you were happily living together with your de facto partner. Roses were bought, dinners were cooked, finances were shared, and Wills were signed leaving all your assets to the other partner in the event of what you then thought of as the faraway time... Read More
Unfortunately, disputes between neighbours are some of the most common legal disputes in Australia. Often these disputes arise because of shared fences, overhanging trees, and property boundaries. This article looks at how to resolve a dispute over a dividing boundary... Read More
When someone dies, their assets are usually distributed according to their will. The person responsible for managing and distributing these assets is the “executor” of the deceased estate. In some cases, a will appoints more than one person to act as executor, and... Read More
A criminal prosecution must prove their case to a high degree of certainty, so that there is no reasonable doubt in the mind of the jury as to the guilt of the accused. This serves as a safeguard against wrongful convictions and ensures that the burden of proof... Read More
