Welcome to our latest newsletter, bringing you the latest legal insights, industry updates and news from HHG Legal Group.
October 2026
Good judgement starts with being informed.
The legal issues covered in this edition call for careful judgement, often before a problem becomes urgent. Our latest insights consider decisions affecting families, businesses, property owners, farming families and independent schools, with practical guidance to help readers understand their position and choose the right course.
Please also join us in welcoming our newest team members.
As our teams continues to grow, we are pleased to welcome the newest members of HHG Legal Group. We are also delighted to welcome back Rachel McRae, Senior Associate, who has recently returned from maternity leave.
- Kerry Wild, Lawyer – Family
- Scott Bretland, Lawyer – Family
- Shin Hui Wong, Graduate – Family
- Taona Maforimbo, Intern – Commercial
- Pieter Claassen, Accounts Payable
- Jack Tucker, Legal Assistant
Recent Insights.
Construction disputes in WA.
How you respond when a construction dispute first arises can significantly influence the outcome. We outline the practical steps contractors, builders and property owners should consider to protect their rights, manage risks and avoid unnecessary complications.
A Will is the document. Estate planning is the judgement behind it.
Effective estate planning involves more than deciding who inherits your assets. We explore why understanding family dynamics, business interests and ownership structures is essential to making informed decisions and reducing the risk of future disputes.
Proposed ban on non-compete clauses.
Proposed changes to Australia’s employment laws could significantly affect how businesses protect their interests when employees leave. We examine what the proposed ban on non-compete clauses could mean for employers and employees, and why reviewing existing agreements now may be worthwhile.
Buying property with friends or family? Why your ownership structure matters.
Buying property together can make home ownership more achievable, but the arrangement comes with important legal considerations. We explain why choosing the right ownership structure and establishing clear agreements from the outset can help prevent costly disputes later.
When one child farms and the others do not.
Passing a family farm to the next generation can be particularly challenging when one child works in the business and others do not. We consider how thoughtful succession planning can recognise individual contributions, manage family expectations and protect the farms future.
Privacy reform and independent schools.
Australia’s evolving privacy laws preset important considerations for independent school boards and leadership teams. We examine the implications for student information, surveillance, technology providers and governance, and the practical steps schools can take to manage emerging privacy risks.