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At the Justice Centre we are continuously looking for new ways to add value to our registered users and readers alike. We are always looking for opportunities to develop this website so make it more effective in distributing content, but also easier for readers to find the information that they are looking for.  read more »

Managing your accounts, especially your trade debtors or accounts receivable is important to ensuring a healthy cash flow.  read more »

Attention to all lawyers - if you want cost effective representations in courts that are not within a reasonable distance from your office, consider appointing a 'solicitor agent' who is local to the court in question, and able to represent you and your clients competently and at an affordable rate.  read more »

With the Olympic Games just around the corner, there has been a disturbing piece of news regarding internet scams and fake ticketing websites selling Olympic Games tickets to unwary punters. There are many heart breaking stories of dishonesty and disappointment that affects everyday individuals wanting an experience to remember, not an experience to forget.  read more »

Recent developments and practical considerations

Discretionary trusts are commonly used for tax and asset protection purposes. They allow trustees to distribute income, and to distance the assets of the trust from potential creditors. However, a recent court case has since questioned their effectiveness for asset protection purposes.  read more »

Helping First Home Buyers

For many, buying their home is one of their biggest investments, and this can be a very daunting exercise for first home buyers. Fortunately, the government assists first home buyers by offering a variety of financial benefits, such as exemptions or concessions on stamp duty as well as a grant.  read more »

Precautions for auction buyers

Buying your home at an auction can be both exciting and stressful. Aside from knowing your budget (and not bidding over it), you should also be aware that one of the most important differences between buying your home by private treaty and buying it at an auction is the 'cooling off' period.  read more »

No cooling off period

Preparing a Contract for Sale of Land

Preparing a Contract for Sale of Land is generally the first step in selling your property and the conveyancing process. The contract is the legal document that will be at the heart of your transaction. It contains the terms and condition of the sale including such vital information as your property details, the agreed purchase price, and the duration of the contract (ie, when the transaction must settlement). The contract must also contain a variety of legal documents relating to your property and its title as required by law.  read more »