Richardson V Richardson – Recent Mesne Profits Case Update
In the case of Richardson v Richardson [2021] NSWSC 353, the court considered issues arising from the administration of the estate of the late Jocelyn Richardson who died in 2016.…
Who Is Liable for Cgt in the Administration of a Bankrupt Estate?
Where a trustee in bankruptcy sells a CGT asset, formerly owned by a bankrupt individual, in the administration of a bankrupt estate, a long-standing view held by bankruptcy lawyers and…
The Abolishment of Certificates of Title
On 11 October 2021, the NSW land titles system formally transitioned away from paper-based processes. The new changes allow for 100% electronic lodgement of land transactions from start to finish.…
What to Do with an Unwanted Guest – Mesne Profits for Trespass to Land
Within wills and estate disputes a common issue that arises is what to do with an unwanted occupant of a property. Carneys Lawyers’ wills and estates and property dispute lawyers…
Family Business Succession Planning
Business owners have usually worked hard most of their lives to build successful businesses and many family business owners hope to pass on their business to the next generation. Family…
Recent Update from the Supreme Court on Will Construction
A recent decision of the Supreme Court in NSW Trustee & Guardian v Reid [2021] NSWSC 1053 has provided some helpful guidance as to the correct approach to take when…
Returning to the Office: Rights and Responsibilities
One of the industries most affected by the global pandemic is the labour market. Since March 2020 more people have worked from home than ever before. Interestingly, working from home…
Remedies for Oppression in Shareholder Disputes – a Recent Update from the Court of Appeal
A common structure for individuals to run a business is through a private company. While there are commercial benefits to incorporating a company to operate your business or to hold…
When Might You Need an Estate Lawyer
There are two overriding purposes of Will-making and Estate planning, firstly to ensure that a person’s assets are distributed after their death in accordance with their wishes, and secondly to…
Why Use a Solicitor for Your Conveyancing Needs?
A ‘conveyance’ is the legal process by which property is transferred from one party to another. The difference between a licensed conveyancer and a conveyancing solicitor is that the breadth…