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March 20, 2015 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Insolvency: You Can Serve a Bankruptcy Notice by Email

While serving bankruptcy notices by post has been valid for many years, most people still use hand delivery. But things have moved on – notice can now be served by email. To serve a bankruptcy notice by email, numerous facts... [Read More...]

March 6, 2015 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

FAQ’s – Appointing an Enduring Guardian

An important part of Estate Planning is the appointment of an Enduring Guardian. Whilst you would prefer to decide for yourself where to live and what medical treatment and services you have, this is not always possible. Everyday people are... [Read More...]

February 27, 2015 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

What is a Power of Attorney or an Enduring Guardian?

A Power of Attorney is a legal document whereby you appoint an Attorney to manage your financial and certain legal affairs, such as signing legally binding documents on your behalf. An Attorney cannot make decisions about your lifestyle, medical treatment... [Read More...]

BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Planning Ahead – Making a Will

A Will is a legal document that clearly sets out how you want your Estate (property, finances and belongings) to be distributed when you die. It is recommended that everyone 18 years and over should make a Will. Updating Will... [Read More...]

February 6, 2015 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Changes to New Home Grant and First Home Owner Grant (New Homes) – 2014 State Budget (1)

Amendments have been introduced to restrict the eligibility for a grant under the New Home Grant Scheme. These amendments are summarised as follows:- One grant per financial year. i.e. if a transferee has been paid a grant under Scheme, for... [Read More...]