In 2012 the High Court of Australia published the much-lauded case of Stanford v Stanford. The issues arising therefrom changed the landscape for property adjustment in Australia. Fundamentally it … [Read more...]
Contesting a Will – Family Provision Applications
This is a topic that is sure to generate conversation at family get-togethers and backyard barbecues. The statement “I earned it, I should be able to leave it to whoever I like” is one that is … [Read more...]
Marino Law makes room for new additions with brand new office
Marino Law has upgraded its office space with a move to brand new premises next door at Suite 6 Level 1, 2481 Gold Coast Highway Mermaid Beach. The move follows another successful year for the … [Read more...]
Defamation – They Say, You Pay
In short, defamation is the publication of material which carries imputations that cause harm to the reputation of another person (and in some cases, companies). It has long been accepted that where a … [Read more...]
Family Court of Australia intervenes when Surrogacy Agreement goes wrong
The Family Court of Australia sitting in Cairns has been required to intervene in an altruistic surrogacy arrangement when the birth Mother refused to relinquish her role in the child’s … [Read more...]
Commercial and Retail Lease Incentives Fitout Contributions and Consequences for Poor Implementation on Lease Commencement
Lease incentives provide a mutual benefit to both parties to a Lease. From a Landlord’s perspective, advertising an attractive lease incentive gives the Landlord a commercial ‘edge’ over competing … [Read more...]