Booklet: What to do when someone dies (Chapter 2 – What to do within days)
Below is Chapter 2 of our ‘What to do when someone dies’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 1 – What to do within hours Chapter 3 – What to do within weeks Chapter 4 – What to do within months Chapter 5 – Further information Funeral […]
Booklet: What to do when someone dies (Chapter 1 – What to do within hours)
Below is Chapter 1 of our ‘What to do when someone dies’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below: Chapter 2 – What to do within days Chapter 3 – What to do within weeks Chapter 4 – What to do within months Chapter 5 – Further information Confirmation […]
Trust Issues | Why does the Governing Law of a Trust Matter?
The governing law of a trust determines which State or Territory laws apply to the trust and which courts have the jurisdiction to hear a dispute. Therefore, a trustee must know which laws govern the trust to perform their role properly. The governing law of a trust will have implications for: The administration and interpretation […]
Andreyev Lawyers Partners with FBA to Enhance Support for South Australian Family Businesses
We are proud to announce a new South Australian State-based partnership with Family Business Association (FBA). Family Business Association (FBA) is the peak body for family businesses in Australia and New Zealand, helping family businesses to grow and thrive. Members are supported through tailored education and events, networking with like-minded peers, and access to accredited advisors […]
Why jurisdiction matters when it comes to trusts
Trusts may be ubiquitous in the Australian business landscape, but they are not simple structures to administer. If you have a trust, or are establishing a trust, one aspect you need to consider is the ‘governing law’ or the jurisdiction of the trust. Let us tell you why…
Ensuring Compliance: A Checklist for Accountants Handling Statutory Demands
Many companies nominate their accountant’s address as the registered address for their business. This article highlights the danger to a company of not being able to adequately supervise the registered office and the importance of accountants having a system in place for notifying clients of statutory demands. In a recent case, West Homes Australia [2023] […]
The legal issues that are going to trip you up in 2024
The dust has barely settled on our Christmas decorations but we’re back and open for business. We like to start our year by consulting our legal ‘Crystal Ball’ and predicting what might be in store for 2024. Interested in what we think is on the cards? Read on! The great intergenerational wealth transfer has entered […]
Solution Brief: Unit trusts
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Solution Brief: Leveraged Trusts
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Solution Brief: Discretionary Trusts
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