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Can An Australian Court Deal With Overseas Property Interests In Family Law?
Monica Blizzard from KHQ Lawyers on
Family lawyers are increasingly being asked to deal with cases involving overseas property interests, which may include superannuation/pension interests, real property, bank accounts and the like.
Corporate Transparency Act: Nationwide Injunction Update and Key Considerations
Mark Christopher from Goulston & Storrs on
On December 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide injunction halting enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”).
I’m Young, Fit, And Healthy. I Don’t Need To Make A Will Yet … Do I?
Oliver LaCaze from KHQ Lawyers on
The festive season is the perfect time to ponder the vicissitudes of life and the lives of your children and family members. People with children and extended families are more likely than not to have a Will in place.
Victorian Terror Taxes: Tax Planning Tips For Property Investors Pre-Christmas
Laura Spencer from KHQ Lawyers on
The end of the calendar year tends to sweep us all into a whirlwind of holiday plans, Black Friday deals, and gift lists. But for property owners, it is also a time to check in on a few key tax matters.
Migrants Urged To Use Expired BRP Cards To Get To Uk After 31 December 2024
Robert Sookias from Carter Lemon Camerons LLP on
It has been reported that passengers will be allowed to use expired identity documents (including expired BRP cards) to travel to the UK because of flaws in the eVisa system after 31 December 2024.
Intellectual Property Law Myth- Busters For Non-IP Lawyers
Ira Cohen from Ira Cohen, P.A. on
This article debunks common misconceptions about intellectual property rights, including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and trade secrets.
Veri*Factu And Mandatory Electronic Invoicing: Current Situation
Salvador Balcells i Iranzo from Manubens Abogados on
Much has been said about the upcoming and imminent obligations regarding the issuance of invoices and tickets, as well as the future obligation of electronic invoicing, with all the IT adaptations and changes that all this will entail.
Full Rollout Of eVisas Set To Be Postponed After Foreign Worker Warning
Robert Sookias from Carter Lemon Camerons LLP on
The Home Office is set to postpone the rollout of eVisas after problems with the scheme.
Government Announces New Measures To Tackle Visa Abuse And Migrant Worker Exploitation
Robert Sookias from Carter Lemon Camerons LLP on
On 28 November 2024, the Home Office announced that visa and employment laws are to be brought into close alignment as part of a crackdown on visa abuse and migrant worker exploitation.
What To Do If Your Child Is Abducted: Legal Remedies And International Considerations
Monica Blizzard from KHQ Lawyers on
What does it mean to abduct a child? Child abduction occurs when a parent removes a child from the care of the other parent, without their knowledge or consent, and without a Court Order.
Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules: 26 November 2024 – Amendments for Visa Holders under the Ukraine Visa Schemes
Vladyslav Galinskyi from Carter Lemon Camerons LLP on
The latest Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules, published on 26 November 2024, introduces important updates.
International Travel for Foreign National Employees
Miki Matrician from WR Immigration on
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals.
Family Law Reforms Aim To Simplify Legislation And Address Family Violence
Monica Blizzard from KHQ Lawyers on
On 22 August 2024, the Albanese Government introduced the second stage of reforms to the family law system, being the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024.