What Actually Invalidates a Will in NSW and the ACT
The formal requirements are short and almost every homemade will that fails, fails on one of them. But the ground that catches the most valid wills
August 27, 2026
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Modern Award Coverage: What a High Salary Does Not Buy
A modern award applies to an Australian employee because of the work performed, not because of the employment contract or the salary.
INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION
Pathological Arbitration Clauses
A defective arbitration clause is usually salvageable in Singapore. The Court of Appeal will give effect to a clear intention to arbitrate even where the clause is ambiguous, incomplete or names an institution that does not exist.
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Auditor Liability in Singapore and Australia
A negligent adviser does not answer for everything that follows from the advice. Where that limit belongs inside a negligence claim has never been settled across the common law world, and on 16 July 2026 the Singapore Court of Appeal moved it.
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Building Defects in NSW and the ACT: Who Is Liable, and for How Long
Both jurisdictions give a six-year period and a two-year period for statutory warranties, and they divide them on different questions. New South Wales asks how serious
August 27, 2026
Directors’ Duties and the Compliance Calendar for an Australian Company
What a director of an Australian company actually owes, what falls due each year, and where the personal exposure sits. The four general duties run to
August 27, 2026
When a Customer Stops Paying: The Order of Remedies in Australia
There are six things you can do about an unpaid invoice and they only work in one order. This sets out what each step is actually
August 27, 2026
Modern Award Coverage: What a High Salary Does Not Buy
A modern award applies to an Australian employee because of the work performed, not because of the employment contract or the salary. Paying well above the
August 21, 2026
Pathological Arbitration Clauses: How Singapore Courts Treat a Defective Clause
A defective arbitration clause is usually salvageable in Singapore. The Court of Appeal will give effect to a clear intention to arbitrate even where the clause
August 20, 2026
Auditor Liability in Singapore and Australia: Where the Limit Sits
A negligent adviser does not answer for everything that follows from the advice. Where that limit belongs inside a negligence claim has never been settled across
August 4, 2026
Singapore–Australia Essential Supplies Protocol
Singapore–Australia Essential Supplies Protocol: Why the New Pact Will Not Rescue Your Supply Contract On 27 July 2026, at the Singapore–Australia Joint Ministerial Committee in Adelaide,
July 29, 2026
Unfair Trading Practices Australia: New ACL Bans From 2027
Unfair Trading Practices: New ACL Prohibitions Target Dark Patterns, Drip Pricing and Subscription Traps in Australia On 2 July 2026, the Australian Parliament passed the Competition
July 21, 2026
Unfair Trading Practices in Franchising: What the 2026 Reforms Mean for Dealers and Small Business
Unfair Trading Practices in Franchising: What the 2026 Reforms Mean for Dealers and Small Business Unfair trading practices are commercial behaviours that exploit significant imbalances in
June 19, 2026
The PPSA Trap – What German Exporters Must Know
Retention of Title in Australia: How the PPSA Exposes German Exporters to Total Asset Loss Under the Personal Property Securities Act 2009 (Cth) (PPSA), a retention
May 26, 2026
Arbitration Finality: Protecting Your Award from Arbitrator Overreach in Singapore
Arbitration Finality: Protecting Your Award from Arbitrator Overreach in Singapore Arbitration is chosen by commercial parties primarily for its promise of a final, binding resolution. However,
March 8, 2026
Arbitration Agreement Enforcement Singapore
In commercial law, the right to arbitrate is often treated as an absolute shield. However, Singapore’s courts have recently clarified that this shield is surprisingly fragile.
March 8, 2026
How Singapore Businesses Can Capitalize on New Incentives for Expansion to Australia and Europe
Budget 2026 Market Readiness Assistance: How Singapore Businesses Can Capitalize on New Incentives for Expansion to Australia and Europe The Singapore Budget 2026 marks a pivotal
February 13, 2026
How European Cybersecurity Laws affect your digital product
How European Cybersecurity Laws affect your digital product The European market offers huge opportunities for software and connected devices—but new rules are coming that will affect
January 21, 2026
Vietnam Arbitration
Doing Business in Vietnam: The Executive’s Guide to Commercial Arbitration (2026 Edition) For foreign investors, Vietnam is a land of immense opportunity—and distinct legal nuances. As
January 2, 2026
Offering (digital) products to the EU market? This is what you should know
Offering (digital) products to the EU market? This is what you should know Entering the European market offers significant opportunity, but it also comes with an
December 4, 2025
Australian Shareholder Agreements Explained: Key Clauses & Expert Answers
Australian Shareholder Agreements Explained: Key Clauses & Expert Answers Starting a business with partners is exciting, but what happens when you inevitably disagree? A Shareholder Agreement
August 8, 2025
Prepare for Mediation: Understanding the Importance of Position Papers
The Position Paper in Mediation: A Strategic Guide to Persuasion and Resolution In the landscape of dispute resolution, the journey from adversarial litigation to collaborative mediation
July 25, 2025
Exporting Goods from Australia
Exporting Goods from Australia Struggling with the complexities of exporting goods from Australia? With a sea of documents, licenses, and procedural steps to navigate, it can
July 18, 2025
Equity Capital Raising in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide to Disclosure Requirements and Process
Equity Capital Raising in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide to Disclosure Requirements and Process Raising equity capital is a fundamental aspect of corporate finance, enabling companies to
July 8, 2025
Buying a property off plan: A Guide to Navigating the Risks and Protecting Your Dream Home
The idea is captivating: a brand-new home, built just for you. Buying a property off-the-plan can feel like the perfect way to step into a modern
July 6, 2025
Technology contract disputes Australia: Key Takeaways from Austech v Oz Wide
Technology contract disputes Australia often stem from misaligned expectations in IT projects. This article explores a real case, highlighting how clear contracts and legal advice can
June 15, 2025
Wills and overseas property Australia: Lessons from Varley; Veldhuis [2007] SASC 420
When clients hold property across different jurisdictions, such as overseas property in Australia, it is common to prepare separate wills for each country. However, care must
June 4, 2025
Unit Title Rental Certificate ACT 2025: What Landlords Must Know
From 9 January 2025, all landlords in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) leasing unit title properties will be legally required to provide a Unit Title Rental
May 22, 2025
Was ist eine Nachgenehmigung?
Erfahren Sie, wie die Nachgenehmigung beim Grundstückskauf funktioniert und welche Schritte notwendig sind, wenn eine Partei beim Notartermin fehlt. Von den rechtlichen Grundlagen bis zu den
November 21, 2024
Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024: Privacy Protections to Strengthen with New Reforms
In a significant move towards enhancing privacy protections, the Australian Government has introduced the Privacy and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2024. These reforms are designed to
September 13, 2024
International Assets and Beneficiaries: International Will Planning Australia
In today’s interconnected world, Australian residents increasingly hold assets abroad or plan to leave their domestic assets to beneficiaries in other countries. This scenario, while common,
August 21, 2024
Shareholder’s agreement: When a shareholder fails to perform
In a recent case in the Supreme Court of New South Wales[1], a question arose as to the entitlement of an ASIC registered shareholder to have
February 1, 2024
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What Actually Invalidates a Will in NSW and the ACT
The formal requirements are short and almost every homemade will that fails, fails on one of them. But the ground that catches the most valid wills is not a defect at all: it is
August 27, 2026
Building Defects in NSW and the ACT: Who Is Liable, and for How Long
Both jurisdictions give a six-year period and a two-year period for statutory warranties, and they divide them on different questions. New South Wales asks how serious the defect is. The ACT asks which part
August 27, 2026
Directors’ Duties and the Compliance Calendar for an Australian Company
What a director of an Australian company actually owes, what falls due each year, and where the personal exposure sits. The four general duties run to about a page of the Corporations Act. The
August 27, 2026
When a Customer Stops Paying: The Order of Remedies in Australia
There are six things you can do about an unpaid invoice and they only work in one order. This sets out what each step is actually for, what a statutory demand does and does
August 27, 2026
Vietnam Arbitration
Doing Business in Vietnam: The Executive’s Guide to Commercial Arbitration (2026 Edition) For foreign investors, Vietnam is a land of immense opportunity—and distinct legal nuances. As your business scales, so does the complexity of
January 2, 2026
Australian Shareholder Agreements Explained: Key Clauses & Expert Answers
Australian Shareholder Agreements Explained: Key Clauses & Expert Answers Starting a business with partners is exciting, but what happens when you inevitably disagree? A Shareholder Agreement is the single most important document for protecting
August 8, 2025
Prepare for Mediation: Understanding the Importance of Position Papers
The Position Paper in Mediation: A Strategic Guide to Persuasion and Resolution In the landscape of dispute resolution, the journey from adversarial litigation to collaborative mediation requires a fundamental shift in strategy, communication, and
July 25, 2025
Exporting Goods from Australia
Exporting Goods from Australia Struggling with the complexities of exporting goods from Australia? With a sea of documents, licenses, and procedural steps to navigate, it can quickly become overwhelming. Every stage of the export
July 18, 2025
Equity Capital Raising in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide to Disclosure Requirements and Process
Equity Capital Raising in Australia: A Comprehensive Guide to Disclosure Requirements and Process Raising equity capital is a fundamental aspect of corporate finance, enabling companies to secure funds for growth, operations, or other strategic
July 8, 2025
Buying a property off plan: A Guide to Navigating the Risks and Protecting Your Dream Home
The idea is captivating: a brand-new home, built just for you. Buying a property off-the-plan can feel like the perfect way to step into a modern apartment or townhouse, often with the chance to
July 6, 2025
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