A family provision claim is a legal action brought by someone looking for a share of a person’s deceased estate, when they believe they have not been adequately provided for. Contesting a Will in Queensland There is no way to stop someone from contesting a Will or making a family
It’s the dream of many Queenslanders to have a home right on the waterfront, with access to your very own jetty or pontoon. Before diving into purchasing a property with water access, there are a few legal issues to consider. Leasing Arrangements for Jetties and Pontoons Firstly, what are
As Brisbane races towards the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, construction in the city is heating up, and a commercial leasing lawyer is more essential than ever. Surging Demand for Office Space in Brisbane New research from Colliers suggests the River City will need an extra 11 towers built to
The Federal Government has recently announced its support for several recommendations made following the 2023 review of the Franchising Code of Conduct. A new draft of the Franchising Code will be released later in 2024 and is expected to be implemented from April 2025. Concerns Raised by the ACCC The
Franchising in Australia Franchising is a popular business model in Australia, where the franchisee buys the rights to operate a business using the name, brand, product, and services of an already established business. In return, the franchisor provides resources and support to each of the franchisees. Turning your business into
Here at GLG Legal, we aim to keep you up to date with all the changes that impact you, our clients, and more widely across the legal landscape. Recently, some significant amendments were made to the Land Titles Practice Manual, which aim to bring clarity, efficiency, and inclusivity to land
Galleon Law Group Announces Office Move for Two of its Brands to One Location We are thrilled to announce that GLG Legal Brisbane and Michael Lynch Family Lawyers, both firms of Galleon Law Group, are moving into the same location at the end of August 2024. This strategic move allows us to provide
When buying or selling property, there are a range of legal expenses involved. One of these expenses is called “disbursements”, and it covers activities carried out during the conveyancing process, including: Types of Disbursements Disbursements vs. Professional Fees Disbursements are separate from professional fees, which are the charges for the
When Should You Use a Building Management Statement (BMS) and How Is It to Your Advantage? This is the second in a series on Building Management Statements (BMS). For general commentary on BMS, please refer to our earlier report at the following link: What is a Building Management Statement?. Statutory
Developing a Property or Piece of Land Developing a property or piece of land comes with its own risks and rewards but what does it mean when a contract says, “subject to development approval”? Developers and real estate agents often use a subject to development approval clause from a previous