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Relationships Register in New South Wales - What you need to know

11/08/2010

ViewFrom 1 July 2010, couples in New South Wales are able to register their relationship with NSW Registry of Births, Deaths & Marriages.

Marriage, divorce and separation - when should you change your will?

15/07/2010

ViewMarriage, divorce and separation are all events which require you to change your Will.

ATO issues statement on Bamford Case

17/06/2010

ViewLast month we discussed the High Court decision in the Bamford case. We highlighted that the ATO was expected to issue a Decision Impact Statement in the near future. The ATO has now done so with its statement dated 2 June 2010.

Essential estate planning

20/05/2010

ViewRegardless of their age and their personal circumstances, all Australian adults should have at least three documents in place to safeguard their interests in the event of incapacity and to distribute their assets in the event of their death.

Family trusts after Bamford

19/05/2010

ViewOn 30 March this year, the High Court dismissed the appeal by the Commissioner of Taxation against the decision of the Full Federal Court in the Bamford case. This is a landmark decision for trust law in Australia.
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