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Changes to Residential Tenancy Laws
Three key changes for residential tenancies came into effect came into effect on 1 October 2022. Landlords and tenants have a wider range of specific reasons for ending a tenancy Landlords can no longer end a tenancy agreement without a specific reason (formerly known...
The Bank of Mum and Dad in Family Law Property Settlements
If you contributed money towards the purchase of a property for an adult child who is now separating from their partner, the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (“the Court”) can class these funds as either a gift, a loan, or trust (aka joint ownership)....
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Environmental Impact Statement
Since 1 July 2022 Ryan Murdoch O'Regan has recycled approximately 0.17 tonnes of paper with Shred-X. Shred-X provides secure and certified destruction, recycling and repurposing of paper documents. We protect our clients by shredding documents with personal or...
Mediation & Parenting Disputes
What Is Mediation? Mediation is built into the court process and is the required first step before filing proceedings for parenting orders. Section 60I(1) the Family Law Act 1975 requires an applicant to firstly make a genuine effort to resolve their arrangements...
Sentencing: The Facts
Do you need to know more about sentencing? Are you about to be sentenced for a criminal offence in Queensland? This article explains what sentencing is in Queensland for criminal charges. It also explores the process and factors considered for sentencing. What Is A...
Out of Bounds: Boundary Realignment & Partial Land Acquisitions
In this post we will cover the steps to a boundary realignment and a partial land acquisition. This includes: Contract of sale Survey plan Land title requirements Transfers Planning and documenting lodgement Introduction to boundary realignment and partial land...
International Estate Planning Documentation: Your Question Answered
“I made a will and enduring power of attorney in New Zealand but now I live in Australia. Do I need to create a new will and enduring power of attorney”. I have a will and enduring power of attorney in New Zealand / UK, do I need a new one now that I live in...
We Are Hiring! Family Lawyer 3 Years PAE- Beenleigh or Brisbane
Ryan Murdoch O'Regan Lawyers are hiring. Ryan Murdoch O'Regan is a long-established legal practice with five offices throughout South-East Queensland. We are looking for a Family Lawyer with a minimum of 3 years PAE to join the RMO team. This position is located in...