October 2, 2014 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

What happens If you die without a Will?

We all probably know plenty of people who don't have a Will. It is very easy to put off, however, you never know when you will need one. What is Intestacy? If you die and you haven't made a will,... [Read More...]

September 25, 2014 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Why you should consider a Discretionary or Testamentary Trusts as part of your Estate Plan

What is a Discretionary Trust? In its simplest form, a trust is a form of relationship whereby a trustee holds property on trust, or for the benefit of a person or people, known as the beneficiaries of the trust. Under... [Read More...]

September 12, 2014 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Pitfalls of Homemade Wills

A recent case was a clear example of a Will prepared without legal advice failing to express the deceased’s intentions. The courts had to interpret a homemade Will for an estate with a gross value of about $3.6 million. The... [Read More...]

August 16, 2014 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Confidentiality Agreements

Most, if not all, businesses have secret information that gives them a competitive edge or expertise in their trading field. Guarding those secrets may be essential to conducting your successful business, although in order to conduct business, often disclosure is... [Read More...]

August 8, 2014 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

FAQ’s – Debt Recovery

What is involved in pursuing the debt and is it worth instructing lawyers? As a small to medium business, it is essential you protect your cash flow and maintain good professional relations with your clients and customers. All businesses need... [Read More...]