Same-Sex Marriage
- October 12, 2017
5 Things To Think About with Same-Sex Marriage The Australia wide plebiscite vote on same-sex marriage is set to close on 27 October. None of us are obligated to vote and the government is free to ignore the result. Many however consider the issue to be very important and if that is you, here are…
You Want to Separate Under One Roof
- September 11, 2017
You Want To Separate Under One Roof For many, a relationship breakdown brings logistical and/or financial difficulties that make it impossible for separate accommodation until an agreement on a full property division can be reached. As a consequence, many of these couples find themselves having to serve out a time of being separated whilst still…
Family Loans – 3 Things You Should Know
- August 29, 2017
Since very early days, family members have often asked for, or offered inter-family private loans to assist with personal financial dilemmas. In present times with the ever rising cost of living/housing and other nasty events such as unexpected loss of employment or divorce/relationship breakdown, inter-family loans are consequently becoming far more common. Because the loans…
The Lakes College Fun Run 2017
- August 13, 2017
Zande Law, is a proud sponsor of the Lakes College fun run. We would like to congratulate the Lakes college on a fantastic well organised event! Check out our photos on Facebook.
Testamentary Trusts- Are they a good idea?
- July 13, 2017
Testamentary Trusts – Are they a good idea? A Testator’s Testamentary Trust is a special type of Will. Financial planners often recommend them but what are they and are they a good idea? Normally, the Will appoints an executor and gives to that executor the power to gather in the deceased’s entire estate and distribute…
Pre-Nuptial Agreements
- June 5, 2017
Pre-Nuptial Agreements or “Pre-Nups” is a term that has grown out of the American Family Law system. These Agreements are made between intact (married/defacto) couples but which state how their assets are to be divided in the event of a future separation. In Australia they are known as Binding Financial Agreements or BFA’s for short….
Purchasing off the plan – Vacant Land
- May 29, 2017
Purchasing off the plan – Vacant Land (Updated December 2017) Practically every vacant housing block purchased these days is sourced from larger blocks of land bought and subdivided by Commercial Property Developers. Whilst big profits can be made, the costs of the initial land acquisition, service roads, sewerage, power, phone and drainage are enormous. As…
Fun Run Winnings Directed to Nepal Earthquake Relief Effort
- October 29, 2015
On 16 August 2015 Zande Law again participated in the North Lakes Community Fun Run event, with runners participating in the 5km and 2km individual events, as well as a team of four runners entered into the Community Shield relay event. We are delighted to announce that this year, our fantastic team of brilliant runners…
When Is It Ok To Stop A Child From Seeing The Other Parent?
- August 27, 2015
When parents separate, the overall message from all of the literature and good counsel is that each should do everything in their power to keep their children out of the fight. In many cases however, low levels of trust driven by high levels of perceived parental incompetence can provoke a parent into the belief that it…
Nominated Charity is Nepal
- June 15, 2015
We all heard about the earthquake that devastated Nepal in April this year, killing over 8,800 people and injuring more than 23,000. Zande Law would like to support the people affected by this natural disaster, as many still struggle from the damaging affects of the earthquake and after shocks. Countless people were made homeless and…