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The 2026-27 Federal Budget introduced the most significant proposed changes to property investment taxation since 1999. Through reforms to both...

Separation is an emotionally exhausting process and it is entirely understandable that most people want to divide their assets, move...

The largest intergenerational transfer of business ownership in Australian history is already underway. As Baby Boomer founders approach retirement, thousands...

Why standard shareholder agreements don't protect you under Australian law There is a significant gap in how most Australian business...

In our experience, most employment law issues do not arise from deliberate non-compliance. They develop gradually, through practical decisions made...

Blended families are an increasingly common part of modern life in Australia, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics reporting that...

Redundancy is one of the most significant events in an employment relationship. While it can be sudden and unsettling for...

Money laundering involves disguising the origin of illicit funds so they appear to come from legitimate sources. Research from the...

Buying or selling a business is a significant commercial transaction that involves more than agreeing on a price. Each stage...

Defamation law has long recognised that responsibility for published material can extend beyond the original author. However, the way that...

Company directors play a central role in guiding the direction of a business. Along with that authority comes a range...

The idea that someone can acquire ownership of property simply by occupying it for long enough tends to attract attention....

Restraint of trade clauses are a common feature of employment contracts and are designed to protect a business once an...

Most business owners do not set out to breach workplace laws. In many cases, issues arise gradually as informal practices...

The decision in Bunnings Group Ltd (Privacy) [2024] provides a timely reminder that privacy compliance does not turn solely on...

Aubrey Brown Lawyers is proud to support the Gosford Erina Business Chamber (GEBC) as a sponsor as part of our...

In 2018, a landmark ‘cyborg’ case in NSW highlighted how new technology can challenge existing laws. The case involved Biohacker...

For some time now there has been growing concern around how easily children can access social media and the type...

Families are often surprised by how long probate can take, even when an estate appears straightforward. When a valid Will...

When parents separate, decisions regarding the children are often made quickly and under pressure. Initial living and care arrangements such...

Every dispute is different but perhaps the most important, and often underestimated, decision you’ll face in any legal conflict is...

For many older Australians and their families, transitioning into a retirement village is not only a major personal step in...

Selecting an executor for your Will is one of the most significant, yet often underestimated, decisions you will make in...

Buying property with someone you trust, whether a partner, a close friend or a family member, can feel like a...

When it comes to planning for the future, most people immediately think about drafting a Will. While Wills are undoubtedly...

As of 1 January 2025, intentional wage theft, that is, deliberately underpaying staff, falsifying records or failing to meet minimum...

Leasing a commercial property? Before you sign, it’s important to know what you’re committing to. Key terms like rent reviews,...

Going through a separation is never easy. Emotions often run high and the uncertainty of ‘what happens next’ can feel...

Australia is entering a new era of privacy protection. In 2024, sweeping reforms to the nation’s privacy framework culminated in...

Ending a relationship is one of life’s most challenging transitions. Whether you are separating amicably or navigating a more complex...

Navigating Probate: Guidance for Executors Losing a loved one is never easy. Being appointed as an executor adds a layer...

The ‘mushroom lunch’ killings have become one of the most closely watched criminal matters in recent years. In July 2025,...

In New South Wales, a house is not “sold” until both the vendor and the purchaser have signed and dated...

If you have been named as an executor in a Will, you are responsible for collecting the deceased’s assets, paying...

When you live in a strata scheme, normally in an apartment or townhouse, you agree to share common property with...