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18March

Safety in numbers: renewables portfolio financing

Whether the construction financing of greenfield projects is done under the portfolio financing structure (with the project included in the security pool), or separately financed outside of the portfolio through an excluded subsidiary mechanism and then brought in once the project is operational, will be something sponsors will need to consider on a case-by-case...

18March

Are bucket companies a good strategy for a family business?

We are often asked by our business clients and in particular those family businesses that are generating significant income whether their tax planning strategy should consider a bucket company. What is a bucket company? Basically, a bucket company is a corporate beneficiary of a trust. It basically sits below your trust, hence the name...

18March

WHY GET A WILL LAWYER TO PREPARE YOUR WILL?

Wills – not exactly the best BBQ conversation material. If you are like most people, you only tend to think of wills in the dead of night, worrying about what will happen to your loved ones if you die. Or if you happen to see one of those TV commercials late at night promoting...

18March

“Drafting a Will is simple, and cheap…isn’t it?”

When it comes to drafting a will, working out who is going to get what out from your estate is the hard bit. After you’ve figured that out, the actual drafting of the will is just a straightforward process, and anyone can do it – no need to get a wills lawyer involved. That’s...

18March

That 70s Show’ Star Danny Masterson Sentenced to 30 Years

Co-authored by:Grace Jolly KEY TAKE OUTS: Danny Masterson is a well-known and prominent actor, known for his role in ‘That 70s Show’. He is now facing allegations of rape from three women in his Hollywood home in early 2000s, at the peak of his television career. He has been convicted of rape for two of the three...

18March

Blue Card Jobs NSW

Are you hunting for blue card jobs in NSW? If yes, then you need to know about the essentials of the blue card system in New South Wales. This system is an initiative by the Australian government to prevent individuals who pose a risk to children from working in child-related fields. The term ‘blue...

18March

What Is An Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Policy? 

This article explores everything you need to know about ESG policies, from their key components to common mistakes. The post What Is An Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Policy? appeared first on Lawpath.

18March

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18March

Conveyancing – Are you eligible for a grant?

NSW Home Buyer Grants 2024 In NSW there are a number ofGovernment grants and assistance schemesavailable to home buyers. While this is great news for buyers, it can also be quite confusing because the government is constantly changing, updating, and evolving the grants. This is why one of the most frequently asked questions we...

18March

Civil Proceedings and Criminal Proceedings: Migration Act 1958

This article will outline provisions about civil proceedings and criminal proceedings under the Migration Act 1958. The Migration Act primarily deals with administrative procedures for managing immigration and border control, rather than directly establishing civil and criminal proceedings. However, it does incorporate both: 1. Civil Proceedings: The Act defines several civil penalty provisions for...

18March

Retail petrol prices remain relatively high despite falling in the December quarter 2023

19 March 2024 Seven-day rolling average retail petrol prices in the 5 largest cities in nominal terms: 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2023 – cents per litre (cpl) Click to enlargeRetail petrol prices in Australia’s five largest cities trended downward in the December quarter 2023 as international refined petrol prices decreased, according to the ACCC’slatest...

17March

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17March

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17March

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17March

Characterisation of money received in a partial property settlement

Family law proceedings are lengthy, costly and emotionally draining, commonly taking twelve months to two years to finalise. It is in these circumstances that it is becoming more common for parties to apply to receive a sum of money (referred to as a partial property settlement) early, sometimes forspousal maintenance, or otherwise, to fund...

17March

What is a Partial Property Settlement Order and How do I get one?

Family law proceedings are lengthy, costly and emotionally draining, commonly taking twelve months to two years to finalise. In some cases, a party needs urgent relief. In these cases, a party can apply for a partial property settlement order, before final orders are made. It is possible to receive a partial property settlement order...

17March

Understanding Recovery Orders in Brisbane and Cairns, QLD

Family disputes involving children can be emotionally challenging and legally complex. If your child resides with you, but the other parent or another person is withholding them, or if there are issues with parenting orders not being followed, you may consider applying for a recovery order. What is a Recovery Order? Recovery Orders in Brisbane A recovery...

17March

DNA testing in Family Law: Why you need it

Parenting disputes can be difficult and complex at the best of times. They can be even more difficult and complex when there is a dispute about whether a person is in fact the biological parent of the child/ren subject of any family law court proceedings. Whether a person is or is not the biological...

17March

Licensing emerging process technologies

Fit-for-purpose technology contracting 5 min read Licensing emerging technology is a tempting prospect when navigating the ever-expanding world of decarbonisation and sustainability. However, getting the outcome you want requires a level of creativity and a contemporary approach to risk-allocation. In this brief Insight, we: outline the risks of applying standard liability positions when licensing nascent technology; and provide...

17March

It Depends – Proposed tax on super balances over $3 million or Div 296 tax

In this edition of ‘It depends’, partners Scott Hay-Bartlem and Clinton Jackson talk about the proposed tax on super balances over $3 million, also known as the Div 296 tax. Scott and Clinton have recorded a podcast episode all about this topic – listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or the CGW website. Scott and...