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January 18, 2019 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Personal Property Securities Register – 7-year Registration to Expire

Clients are reminded that the Personal Property Securities Register (‘PPSR’) will be 7 years old on 30 January 2019. Security interests with a 7-year registration period, including registrations against serial numbers and/or consumer goods (if made in 2012) will, unless... [Read More...]

December 27, 2018 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Clarification of the District Court’s Jurisdiction to hear matters arising out of a commercial transaction

The Justice Legislation Amendment Bill (No. 3) 2018 has come into law. Schedule 1.16 of the Act amends section 44 of the District Court Act 1973 and introduces a new part to schedule 3 to that Act to remove any... [Read More...]

December 21, 2018 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Deceased Estates

At some stage, most individuals will become involved with a Deceased Estate – whether as a Beneficiary, Executor or an Administrator. The Estate The assets and cash that belong to a person who has passed away is known as their... [Read More...]

December 14, 2018 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Business Partnership Agreements in Sydney

Where do I start? Buying into an existing business or starting your own business can be a daunting process, and which can involve a lot of decision making and negotiations. Investing in a good accountant to give you guidance as... [Read More...]

December 11, 2018 BY Rockliffs Lawyers

Changes to Electronic Contracts

  Electronic land transactions The amending legislation removes obstacles that have prevented a fully electronic conveyancing process, from contract through to settlement and, also provides greater flexibility to parties using electronic land contracts and deeds. New provisions modernise and give... [Read More...]