HHG Articles

Unless you have discovered the secret of immortality, you are going to need a will at some time. Estate planning is an…

Legislation exists that seeks to ensure a testator, in death, has adequately provided for those they had a moral obligation…

For those who are currently looking to grow their own medical practice or are considering investing in one, it is important to…

It’s a special day for most, teeming with flowers, chocolate treats and heart-shaped trinkets… But for failing couples, Valentine’s Day…

Registration on the Personal Property Security Register (PPSR) is an essential step in protecting your property from being seized by third…

The majority of family law matters are settled outside of Court. There are a number of steps that couples can…

HHG Legal Group’s Family Law Special Counsel, Ben Majoe and Executive Chairman Simon Creek provide clarity in relation to current binding financial arrangements and…

Written by Rachel Pocock (Solicitor) and Simon Creek (Managing Director & Special Counsel) With Easter School Holidays fast approaching, we have created a guide…

If you have guaranteed the debts of a person or entity that is in financial distress, you should take legal…

As lawyers we are often asked what differentiates us from “agents” when both of us appear to do the same…

When a relationship breaks down, even in circumstances where parties are amicable and able to largely agree on a division…

The festive season is nearly here and Murray Thornhill, Managing Director in our Dispute Resolution and Employment Law teams has prepared this guide…

Before signing a contract to buy real estate, buyers must make inquiries about what they are buying. Otherwise, they may…

After separation, it often becomes difficult and strained for a couple to live under one roof. A dilemma may arise…

Have you ever thought about what will happen to your Facebook account when you die? Chances are that you haven’t,…

Last night HHG Legal Group celebrated its 100th anniversary and the year that was, with over 120 guests in the Urban…

FAMILY LAW BASICS SERIES: WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ENGAGING THE SERVICES OF A FAMILY LAWYER? In this series we will…

In this series we will discuss the fundamental basics of Family Law, providing information and guidance that may answer questions you have…

In Family Law financial settlements it is never as easy as slicing the assets of a relationship down the middle….

Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and even professional networking sites such as LinkedIn are increasingly changing the way family law matters are conducted…

RETAIL SHOP LEASES: TOP 5 TIPS WHEN YOUR LANDLORD WANTS TO REDEVELOP Written by Matthew Lilly, Special Counsel — Business…

There is no doubt that in the internet era we all engage and devote significant time to our online presence…

HHG Legal Group’s Family and De Facto Law Special Counsel Dianne Caruso, explains whether someone who was formerly in a de facto…

To vaccinate or not; That is the question – but who is responsible for the answer when we approach the…

When a relationship breaks down, so can the trust between the parties. One party may find themselves in a situation…

HHG Legal Group’s Building and Construction Managing Director, Murray Thornhill provides an overview of the long-awaited illegal phoenix activity legislation, that…

Going through a divorce can be traumatic enough in and of itself.  If it is coupled with family violence there can…

“Inheritance claims” (as they are commonly known) may be made pursuant to the Family Provision Act 1972 (WA) in Western…

Alyce Martin, Managing Associate, and Maria Zappala, Lawyer in our Wills & Estates Planning team, explore the proposed changes to the Administration…

The Federal Parliament recently passed the Family Law Amendment (Family Violence and Cross-examination of Parties) Bill 2018 which effectively prohibits family violence…