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There is currently a lot of discussion surrounding the obligations of parents and carers under existing parenting orders, in circumstances where they have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.  However, even during the existing climate, parents a

Last week, the Chief Justice of the Family Court of Australia released a media statement providing general guidance to families and the Australian community as we continue to navigate these uncertain times amidst the COVID-19 outbreak. Partner, Lisa

As part of the its efforts to stem the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Australian economy, the Federal Government has recently introduced a number of ‘safety net’ provisions designed to avoid financially distressed individuals and compani

The shift away from paper-based transactions towards digital commerce is nothing new. The rapid uptake of electronic conveyancing in recent years, as discussed in our recent article, is one example. Another is the use of electronic signatures (someti

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic the state government has introduced new laws to urgently amend local government election laws and hopefully reduce the risk of virus transmission. The Public Health and Other Legislation (Public Health Emergency)