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How Mediation Can Help Resolve Your Family Law Matter
Mediation is a valuable and widely utilised method for resolving legal matters. This alternative form of dispute resolution is particularly valuable when it is desirable to maintain a relationship with the other party after the dispute, as is often the case in family...
Do I need a Conveyancer or Lawyer to buy a House?
A conveyancing transaction involves transferring the legal title (ownership) of real estate from one party to another. For most people, buying or selling property is one of the highest-valued transactions they will ever make, and the legal work is usually referred to...
Protecting Business Interests in Family Law Matters
Family law issues, such as divorce or separation, can be more than just personal battles; they can send shockwaves through a business, potentially impacting its operations, cash flow, and long-term viability. Disruption can stem from a relationship breakdown between...
Choosing a Business Structure
There are 4 main types of business structures for doing business in Australia, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. A person can carry on business as a sole trader, partnership, trust and company. The choice of business structure is an important decision...
Helping Your Kids Step into the Property Market
Buying a first home has always been a financial challenge, but housing affordability in Australia has declined so much in recent decades that younger generations are struggling to gain entry to the property market at all. As a result, more parents wish to take...
Is a testamentary trust right for you?
One of the most loving things that you can do for your family is make plans for what happens after you die. This is particularly important if you have children or vulnerable adults who depend on you financially. A testamentary trust might be the right tool to help you...
Buying a Property? Don’t Skip the Pre-Settlement Inspection
Purchasing a property is a significant undertaking. One crucial step in the process that should not be overlooked is the pre-settlement inspection. This involves the buyer inspecting the property just prior to completing the purchase. In this article, we explore the...
First Home Buyer
At MRC LAW we are aware of the struggles first home buyers have saving the deposit and buying a house. We would like to do our part in helping first home buyers get into the market. All first home buyers purchasing a property as their Principal Place of Residence...
Help for First Home Buyers in Victoria
For many Australians, home ownership is a personal goal. Yet, for many first-time buyers, purchasing a home seems out of reach, especially as the housing market continues to rise. Fortunately, in Victoria, various support mechanisms exist to ease the journey for first...
Will Contests and Estate Disputes – an Overview
In Australia, there are legal avenues available to individuals who wish to contest a will or challenge the distribution of an estate. Although regrettable, such disputes are often unavoidable and sometimes essential to ensure fair outcomes. Understanding these legal...