Having a will prepared offers many benefits including giving you and your loved one’s peace of mind that should anything happen to you; your estate will be administered according to your wishes as far as the law permits. The case of Caitlin Thornton “Without a will, she was unable to have a funeral without his
If someone dies without a valid Will, they have died intestate. It can be a lot to take in, especially when you are grieving. If you find you are the person who needs to obtain letters of administration, the best approach is to slow down and work through a few clear steps. Step 1. Get
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Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs) are a critical part of the legal framework in New South Wales, designed to protect individuals from violence, harassment, intimidation and stalking. Although AVOs are civil orders, breaching them is a criminal offence. Understanding how they work and your rights and obligations is essential, whether you are seeking protection or responding
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As a young person, you might not consider drafting a will to be a priority. Yet, having a will is a critical step in safeguarding your assets, protecting your loved ones and ensuring peace of mind. Keep reading to find out why everyone over the age of 18 should consider drafting a will. Protecting Your
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The Conversion Practices Ban Bill (2024) Following the recent passage of the Conversion Practices Ban Bill (2024) in March, ‘conversion practices,’ which have historically been used to suppress the sexual orientations and gender identities of queer people, will be illegal in NSW (the Act commences on 2 April 2025). You can read more about the
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In March 2024, Redfern Legal Centre (RLC) released a report detailing the disturbingly frequent occurrence of children being strip searched in NSW. In the seven-year period from 2016 to 2023, NSW Police strip searched over 1,500 children, amounting to more than 200 strip searches of minors per year. The youngest child to be subjected
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At Dowson Turco Lawyers, we recognise how integral it is for the queer community to have opportunities to dance, celebrate and come together, not just during Mardi Gras season but throughout the year as well. We also recognise that some people may, despite the risks, be engaging in illicit drugs while attending parties and events.
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Legalisation of same-sex marriage Same-sex marriage has been legal in Australia since December 2017, following a national postal survey in which the majority of Australians voted in favour of same-sex couples having the right to marry. The legalisation of same-sex marriage brought with it a host of legal rights and protections that afford couples equality
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Many Australians dream of parenthood, however, there are a number of factors that can be prohibitive, including rising cost of living expenses and medical hurdles. Surrogacy is a growing area of assisted reproduction in Australia, particularly for the LGBTQIA+ community, single parents, and couples who cannot conceive. But surrogacy can be difficult to navigate, particularly
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The Kardashian/West split and child support law of Australia The highly publicised divorce of businesswoman Kim Kardashian and rapper Kanye West (now known by his mononym ‘Ye’) was originally set to go to trial next month but has now reached a financial settlement. The Kardashian/West settlement includes an agreement on the parenting of their four
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