Borg Boga Lawyers in Parramatta, New South Wales | Property lawyer

Borg Boga Lawyers

Locality: Parramatta, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 8865 4089

Address: Suite 4, Level 3, Charles Street Parramatta 2150 Parramatta, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.borgbogalawyers.com.au

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24.01.2022 This is why I love my job. We love helping our clients.

20.01.2022 Borg Boga & Co Estate planning. Burial laws. #knowthelaw#beinformed#planfortomorrow

19.01.2022 What is a "Section 10?" Section 10 of the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act 1999 allows for a Court that finds you guilty of an offence, to discharge you without recording a conviction. The major benefit of receiving a section 10 is that a conviction is not recorded on your criminal and/or traffic record. This can mean the difference between keeping a clean record and keeping your job, being able to travel overseas, to having to disclose the offence to your employer (or futur...e employer) and risk embarrassment. In traffic matters, the benefits of a section 10 are far reaching. If successful, you can avoid losing demerit points, avoid lengthy disqualification periods, avoid hefty fines and convictions. The court will take into account, amongst other things, the following: 1. the persons character, antecedents, age, health and mental condition; 2. the trivial nature of the offence; 3. the extenuating circumstances in which the offence was committed; and 4. any other matter that the court thinks proper to consider. Call us today to discuss your offence.

19.01.2022 Are you a tenant leasing commercial or retail premises? You should obtain legal advice before you sign your lease so that you are aware of your rights and obligations. Contact us for advice in relation to all aspects of commercial and retail leasing. (02) 8896 6174... www.bb-co.com.au

18.01.2022 What is a consent order? If you have an reached agreement about parenting and/or financial/property arrangements and want to formalise the agreement to make it binding, you can apply to the Family Court of Australia for consent orders. Consent orders can also be used to vary or discharge existing family law orders. It is important that even if you have reached an agreement, you should obtain legal advice to ensure you receive what you are rightfully entitled to. ... Once a consent order becomes finalised it is considered a final order of the court and you are unable to apply to the court for a variation unless there has been a significant change of circumstances. Speak to one of our lawyers today.

17.01.2022 When instructing your lawyer to draft your will, be mindful of how long it takes to provide your instructions. Unfortunately, even if you have provided some indication of how you would like to leave your Estate, if you have not finalised and signed off on your will and something happens, you are deemed to have died without a will. What happens then? ... The Wills & Successions Act governs who gets your Estate. Your family will not have a choice in this regard. So if you have instructed your lawyer to draft your will, this is something you need to finalise as a matter of priority.

16.01.2022 We are deeply saddened for the loss of Angelina, Anthony, Sienna and Veronique. We wish to express our heartfelt condolences. What a difficult and emotional time this must be for the families. Our prayers are with you

16.01.2022 Divorce and Separation a few things to consider if you are thinking of taking the next step: 1. Look after yourself. 2. Consider the children. ... 3. Inform their school or childcare. 4. Consider your living arrangements. 5. Consider how to best handle your joint financial obligations post separation. 6. Consider assets, liabilities and superannuation. 7. Be prepared: by collecting your financial documentation, your lawyers can assist you with this. Book an appointment today: 8896 6175.

16.01.2022 What is a Power of Attorney? It is a legal document appointing an attorney which gives your attorney the legal authority to look after your financial affairs on your behalf. You can appoint an attorney to act for you in a variety of circumstances such as an extended interstate or overseas trip, or for a time when you are no longer able to manage your own affairs.... Although this document gives authority to your attorney to look after your financial affairs, it does not automatically give your attorney authority to look after Binding Death Benefit nominations with respect to your Superannuation. Why is this an issue? 1. The principal may have lost capacity and there may be a possibility that the Binding Death benefit nomination will lapse. 2. Without express authority, the making of a new Binding death benefit is likely to go beyond the power of the Attorney as it will involve the unauthorised grant of a benefit on the attorney or other persons. 3. Without express authority an attorney cannot make gifts to himself or to others of the principals property. What can you do? 1. Instruct your lawyer as to whether you want your attorney to be able to confirm, make or revoke a Binding Death Benefit nomination. 2. If you do not want this, ensure there is an express limitation in the document. 3. If you do want this ensure there is an express authority to that effect in the document. 4. Instruct your lawyer as to whom you want the power delegated to if you have multiple attorneys. Call us today to speak to one of our lawyers about your Estate Planning documentation.

15.01.2022 Book your seat at our upcoming seminar if not for the legal side, come to hear about health and wellness. Next Tuesday night!! https://secrets-to-navigating-divorce.eventbrite.com.au/

15.01.2022 Family Court and Federal Circuit Court: What you need to know. The Family Court currently hears family law cases involving complex financial arrangements, trusts, serious parenting arguments, allegations of child abuse in custody arrangements and protracted family disputes. The Federal Circuit Court deals with the rest.... There is nearly a year-and-a-half wait to reach trial and there are approximately 22,000 cases are filed across the two courts each year. The two courts are set to be combined as part of current reforms, to relieve the system as it stands. The two courts already have significant crossover in jurisdiction and procedures of the two courts, and could result in an extra 8,000 cases being resolved each year. The changes will come into effect from the start of 2019.

14.01.2022 Do you just need a simple will? Your affairs are simple, so why not just go to the lawyer who gives you the cheapest quote? Or even do-it-yourself, or buy a will on-line? There is nothing simple about the law that applies to your Will, or the administration of your assets when you die. Will instructions that seem simple, can raise issues that may cause major problems for your intended beneficiaries. So why us? We read the publications and go to the conferences that focus on... succession law, to keep up-to-date and learn more about how to avoid problems and litigation over your estate. When you come to see us for a simple will, you will get the benefit of that experience and care required for your Estate Planning.

14.01.2022 We are proud to announce, we are now Partner Solicitors with UNICEF. We will assist in drafting wills for those in need via UNICEF to leave charitable bequests in the hope this will provide vital support for vulnerable children. UNICEF, for those unaware, is the worlds leading humanitarian organisation for children.

13.01.2022 Gift Giving in your Power of Attorney. A prescribed power of attorney does not generally confer authority to give gifts unless the instrument creating the power expressly authorises the giving of a gift. If it has been expressly authorised a gift can only be given: ... a. to a close relative or close friend of the principal; and b. of a seasonal nature or because of a special event; or c. the gift is a donation of the nature that the principal made when the principal had the capacity to do so. The value of the gift is considered to be what is reasonable based on all circumstances and the size of the principals estate. If you currently wish to continue giving gifts or donations even after you lose capacity, give us a call so we can draft your Power of Attorney today.

13.01.2022 SUPERANNUATION: IN AN IDEAL WORLD, WHAT SHOULD YOU DO TO HELP LOOK AFTER YOUR BIGGEST ASSET? "You should check your enduring power of attorney, to see if you have appointed the people you would want to control your superannuation in the event you lose capacity. Also, check to see if your enduring power of attorney has additional terms explicitly providing for your attorneys to deal with superannuation and to renew death benefit nominations where that is appropriate. Consider ...spelling out exactly what powers you want your attorneys to have when managing your superannuation". "If you have appointed attorneys that you wish to benefit from your assets while you are alive or after your death, then check to see if your attorney is authorised to undertake transactions on your behalf even if the attorney may benefit and it would be considered a conflict transaction". Having a will does not ensure your Superannuation asset has been looked after, as your Superannuation is an asset between you and your Super fund and does not naturally fall into your Estate. it is usually governed by a separate trust deed or agreement. Source: Credit to Neal Dallas [Solicitor] who wrote the following article: https://www.mcw.com.au//do-you-know-who-will-take-control/

12.01.2022 A few questions you should ask yourself: Have you made a will? Do you need to update your will?... Have you left everything to your former partner in the event you pass away and not updated the will after the relationship ended? What happens with your children if something happens to you? Is there anything you want to ensure gets passed down to your child(ren) - photos, antiques, etc. You need to have things in place, especially if you are a single parent. As a parent you have an obligation to ensure that your children are taken care of after you or your partner pass away. Call us today: 8896 6175

12.01.2022 We love to share our knowledge with others. Do you know someone going through a separation and unsure where to start? Give us a call today.

11.01.2022 We will be conducting a Family Law Seminar with two Colleagues on 14 May 2019 at the Memento Function Centre Baulkham Hills. Some topics which will be covered: 1. Whether you need to go to court after a marriage breakdown; 2. Mediation; 3. Discussion of relevant family law principals in regards to your children and Property; ... 4. Why you should finalise your financials formally by way of consent orders; 5.Guidance on womens health and rebuilding after a relationship breakdown by a Womans Health Practitioner and Life Coach. Remember that looking after yourself ensures you are able to make decisions based on fact rather than emotion, which lead to better outcomes for you and your family. We would be pleased to have you and your friends and family: please see the link for details and ticket purchase. https://secrets-to-navigating-divorce.eventbrite.com.au/

11.01.2022 6 reasons to have an Estate Plan. 1. To plan for your own needs; 2. To dispose of wealth in a manner you wish;... 3. To minimise transfer tax; 4. To protect family wealth; 5. To prepare future generations for the wealth they will receive; and 6. To ensure your children are looked after adequately and appropriately. Dont leave it until it is too late, call us today.

10.01.2022 What is an Estate Plan? 1. Firstly, it is important to know that the first step you should take is having a will drafted. This is a legal document which sets out how you would like to leave your Estate when you die. 2. Understand that a will can include a Testamentary Trust, a Testamentary Trust Will is a type of Will that establishes a Trust or Trusts upon death. They are designed to protect the deceaseds assets because they belong to the Trust rather than any individual.... This allows flexibility for how capital and income generated by those assets is distributed. 3. Have an Enduring Guardianship drawn up, which ensures if you lose capacity to make your own medical decisions you have appointed someone to make them for you. 4. Have an Enduring Power of Attorney drawn up, which ensures if you lose capacity to look after your financial assets and can no longer sign any necessary documentation you have appointed someone to do it on your behalf. 5. What about Superannuation? Superannuation does not fall into your Estate naturally, and is dependent on the Trust Deed. You should ensure your nomination is binding on your Trustee. There is no perfect time to look after your Estate plan, however, it is always important to look after it whilst you still have capacity to make that choice for yourself. Call us today.

09.01.2022 NSW new rental law. Victims of domestic violence are now protected by new reforms coming into effect February 28. Currently those experiencing domestic violence must give 14 days notice to break a fixed-term lease and face the financial consequences of this. ... The changes mean victims may exit their lease without penalty if they have either a provisional Apprehended Violence Order or statutory declaration from their doctor. They will also be protected from being listed on the tenancy database where debt or property damage has occurred due to a violent partner.

08.01.2022 Given the current public health issues recently, there are obvious uncertainties within our community. We wish to advise our valued clients that we are available for Skype or Facetime consultations for any legal issues which you may be facing. Most of our work is completed behind closed doors. We are here to assist you despite the current and evident potential quarantine issues. ... Please take care at this time.

08.01.2022 Purchasing a Property over Christmas and new year? Going to auction? Cant find a lawyer who will review your contract? ... Although our office will be closed, if you are looking to go to auction or have a property cooling off we will review your contract. Send an email: [email protected] Do not go to auction or have your property cool off without legal advice, we are here to assist you whilst you are putting in your 2019 goals to purchase.

08.01.2022 What happens to children upon a separation and divorce? Even though you are separating, both parents are the most important people in your childrens lives. The best arrangements for the future are those where: 1. The children continue to have a loving and meaningful relationship with both their parents and other family members;... 2. Both parents continue to share responsibility for their children; and 3. The children live in a safe environment, with no violence or abuse. If you agree to an arrangement, it can be put in writing and made binding by the court through a consent order. What happens if you do not agree? How does a court determine what happens to the children? The courts primary concern is what is in the best interest of the children. There is a presumption of equal shared parental responsibility. This means, unless you can prove otherwise, each parent will share responsibilities with respect to the childs welfare, education and advancement in life. The court will take into account equal time or substantial and significant with each parent or the non-resident parent. Substantial and significant time means time on the weekends, week nights, holidays and time so that the parent can be involved in the day to day life of the child. The court will balance this with practicality and the childs interests. In balancing what the childrens best interests will be the court will take into account any family violence and welfare concerns as a matter of priority. For a detailed list of what the court considers, view the Family Law Act 1975 Cth. s60CC here: http://www5.austlii.edu.au//consol_a/fla1975114/s60cc.html

08.01.2022 #Estateplanning#knowthelaw#planfortomorrow

07.01.2022 What is testamentary capacity? Testamentary capacity is explained in Banks v Goodfellow (1870) LR 5 QB 549 at 565 as: - 1. Understanding the nature of a will and how it worked;... knowing the extent of your property (at the time of execution of the will); 2. Having the capacity to understand the claims beneficiaries have on the estate and forming a deliberate intent to exclude some persons; and 3. There being an absence of conditions that interfere with testamentary capacity. Are you thinking of getting your affairs in order? Call us today.

06.01.2022 Are you thinking about separating from your spouse and you are unsure of where to start? A few things to be aware of: 1. You should put a consent order in place for the division of your financial assets and if necessary children. This works as a written court order dividing your assets and giving you finality. ... 2. You can do this without going to court. 3. You will be exempt from stamp duty if you are transferring property. 4. If you do not do a financial division as soon as possible and you decide to purchase future assets these assets will be up for division with your former spouse. If you want to finalise your matter before the new year its best to give us a call today.

06.01.2022 Borg Boga & Co, Standard Wills & Testamentary Trusts. #knowthelaw#beinformed#planfortomorrow

06.01.2022 We are once again hosting another seminar, please like and share with your friends and family and come along to gain knowledge and power for you and your clients.

06.01.2022 We have moved and have a new fresh look we are excited to share. Our new details as follows: Suite 4, Level 3, 20 Charles Street ... Parramatta NSW 2150. [email protected] PH. 8865 4089

05.01.2022 As the holiday period approaches and we are all thinking about our overseas trips, we should also think about our Estate Plan. It is time to ask yourself: "Do I have a will before I travel?". Call us today so we can think about your will and you can think about your travel plans!

04.01.2022 Seven Mistakes People Make When Buying A Home, and How to Avoid Them. 1. Not knowing how much you can afford before making and offer; 2. Not doing proper and thorough research and preparation; ... 3. Failing to get a survey to confirm the property boundaries and the house location; 4. Failing to take out adequate insurance after signing the contract; 5. Not using a Buyers Agent and trying to negotiate without professional help and advice; 6. Not getting proper legal advice before signing anything; and 7. Failing to get a professional building inspection done. At Borg Boga & Co we work with a team of professionals who can assist your needs every step of the way without having to do your own research and run around. Call us today if you are thinking of buying a property so we can assist you before taking the step.

04.01.2022 Estate Planning, Borg Boga and Co law firm. #knowthelaw#beinformed#planfortomorrow Www.bb-co.com.au