GalleryCOVID-19 continues to dominate our lives as we all struggle with restrictions imposed by our federal and state legislators.
To date most of us are staying well albeit socially and business/work wise disrupted.
The biggest ticket item for all of us in these trying times is to stay well.
Business disruption will continue for some time yet, […]
Queensland Law Society Media Release: Premier legal gathering in Queensland to feature leading presenters
Queensland Law Society’s annual Symposium will feature presenters including the Chief Justice of Queensland, Queensland’s Attorney-General, and internationally renowned criminal and human rights lawyer Rabia Siddique. QLS Symposium is an annual event held 18-19 March at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, which focuses on connecting the Queensland legal profession, and providing […]
GalleryInspired appointment to Queensland’s District Court
Queensland Law Society has praised the State Government for its appointment of esteemed and highly respected silk David Kent to the Queensland District Court.
Society president Bill Potts and chief executive officer Amelia Hodge said Judge Kent QC was an inspired choice. They said Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Yvette D’Ath should be […]
GalleryQLS looks forward to more judges in Queensland after Brandis confirms funding
Queensland Law Society has greeted with delight the Federal Government’s announcement of savings measures to allow extra funding to federal court operations – saying it was a great opportunity for the appointment to two desperately needed judges in Queensland.
Society president Bill Potts said the recent appointment of a Family Court […]
GalleryWHAT IS A TESTAMENTARY TRUST?
A testamentary trust is a trust that is created by the terms of your Will rather than by way of a Trust Deed or an Order of a Court. There are a range of testamentary trusts that are able to be created by your Will.Testamentary trusts can enhance the value of the inheritance that […]
GalleryCo-ownership Disputes & Issues
Part 3 – Disputes and Issues arising out of Co-ownership of PropertyParties who buy property together should get a co-ownership agreement prepared for them by a competent solicitor because of all the issues that might arise between them from the date of purchase of the jointly owned property.The parties might have a disagreement about […]