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Liston Legal

Locality: Glen Innes, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 6732 1777

Address: 330 Grey Street 2360 Glen Innes, NSW, Australia

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

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25.01.2022 "I give unto my wife my second best bed with the furniture" part of the last Will of William Shakespeare. If Shakespeare's wife was alive today in NSW she would have a compelling legal basis for challenging his will. Australia does not share the American legal view that the concept of liberty permits a person to leave his or her estate to a pet, a stranger or an association fostering better relations with other residents of the universe. The law in NSW requires the author o...f a will to fairly allocate assets in an estate to or between those who are recognised by the law as having an entitlement. Who are these people? Topping the list are long term partners (irrespective of intractable bitter daily confrontations characterising some relationships), children including step-children and others who may have been emotionally and financially dependent upon the testator. The long forgotten (or never mentioned) love child a result of an impulsive and passionate union many moons ago - may also have a claim on the estate. When preparing your will, you should consider anyone and everyone who may slide into any of the above categories. Resolving the terms of your will requires an objective assessment of who may be entitled, who you think should benefit and drafting a will in terms that will discourage future court challenges. You cannot prevent your will being challenged. You can however discourage a challenge by thoughtfully and compassionately reviewing your personal circumstances and those of your relatives and other past or current dependents. Openly discussing the proposed contents of your will and inviting comments from potential claimants will reduce later conflict. As the Bard said "It is a wise father that knows his own child". Talk to us today about your Will. Liston Legal 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes NSW Phone: (02) 6732 1777 Email: [email protected] Photo credit: https://commons.wikimedia.org//File:Great_Bed_of_Ware_1877

25.01.2022 Mediation The firm's general counsel Chris Leahy, a former barrister and senior counsel, brings experience and learning to mediations in acting for parties to the mediation or acting as mediator. Mediations require a different approach in ensuring a successful outcome for the client. Chris Leahy's experience in appearing for parties to mediations ensures the firm's clients are competently represented.... Our fees are reasonable and competitive. We are always happy to discuss the amount and manner of payment of fees with clients. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes NSW Phone: (02) 6732 1777

23.01.2022 Take the family for a drive and enjoy the Christmas light displays in Glen Innes. Thanks to @Christmas Lights Glen Innes https://www.facebook.com/groups/524957994188504

23.01.2022 Local Government and Environmental Law Liston Legal offers advice and representation in disputes with councils. Such disputes include issues arising from development consents (or the failure to grant development or building consent), demands by councils to undertake work including the removal of structures, defending council prosecutions and advising on whether proposed developments or activities are permissible under relevant planning laws. The firm, through its experienced ...property and commercial solicitor, principal Bill Liston, can advise on and facilitate applications to council such as subdivision applications and building and development applications. We provide advice and representation in defending prosecutions by environmental authorities. Our experience in both acting for and against local councils and environmental authorities over many years ensures you will be competently advised and represented. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes NSW Phone: (02) 6732 1777 Email: [email protected]

23.01.2022 Conveyancing and Property Transactions for Glen Innes and the New England Region. Rural, urban, commercial and domestic conveyancing is an important part of Liston Legal's practice. The firm's principal, Bill Liston, is an experienced conveyancer with many successful years of handling conveyancing transactions for purchasers, vendors and mortgagees.... Our fees are competitive and reasonable. Read more on our website and contact us for an obligation free quote. https://www.listonlegal.com.au//conveyancing-and-property- (02) 6732 1777 [email protected]

21.01.2022 The new year might bring you new opportunities. If you are thinking of buying or selling a business then get in touch. Bill Liston, the firm's principal, has advised on and drafted agreements relating to the purchase and sale of businesses, equipment and livestock for many years.... Partnership agreements, share sale/purchase agreements and advice on and drafting appropriate documentation for inter-generational property transfers are also part of Bill's regular legal activities. The firm provides advice on and drafts relevant security documentation associated with the sale and purchase of businesses. Our fees for providing these services are competitive and reasonable. We will be back in the office from the 11th January. Liston Legal 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes NSW Phone: (02) 6732 1777

21.01.2022 If you are arrested, charged or required to appear in any court on any criminal charge, we can help. You need sound legal advice, if at all possible, before responding to any requests from police or other law enforcement agents. You should exercise any entitlement to seek assistance from your lawyer by phoning or contacting us for assistance as soon as possible.... Our fees are negotiable, reasonable and competitive. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes Phone: (02) 6732 1777 Email: [email protected] Credit: Bill Oxford

21.01.2022 Three Queensland women have been charged with allegedly trying to defraud the Commonwealth Government's early access to superannuation scheme for more than $113,000. "Make no mistake. If you try to steal the nest eggs of hard-working Australians, we will find you and charge you," AFP Deputy Commissioner Brett Pointing said. Read more here - https://www.abc.net.au//coronavirus-queensland-af/12530252

20.01.2022 We would like to wish our Year 12 Glen Innes students well as the first HSC exams for 2020 start tomorrow.

20.01.2022 As a potential second wave of COVID-19 threatens NSW, now is the time for better governance and risk management, writes Megan Motto. Former NSW premier Morris Iemma is back in the headlines, speaking out about the urgent need for governance and risk management gaps in the aged care sector to be filled as a second wave of COVID-19 threatens the state. Problematic staffing and clinical governance in aged care have been pinpointed as weak links in keeping the pandemic under con...trol and we are seeing this play out to devastating effect in Victoria. The fear is that NSW is not far behind. read more here https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au//29093-aged-care-crisis-h

20.01.2022 Christmas in the Highlands Event Thur Nov 26th | 5 - 8.30pm | Town Hall Square, Glen Innes Join us for a fun filled evening of activity as we launch into the Festive season. Our program of activities will include: ... Christmas Light Switch On Late Night Shopping Markets & Food Stalls Christmas DJ Special guest appearance Red Cross Christmas Tree Exhibition Spend In Glen Prize Draw PLEASE NOTE: This is a Covid registered event and will require registration via QR code or manually.

20.01.2022 Buying and Selling Businesses Bill Liston, the firm's principal, has advised on and drafted agreements relating to the purchase and sale of businesses, equipment and livestock for many years. Partnership agreements, share sale/purchase agreements and advice on and drafting appropriate documentation for inter-generational property transfers are also part of Bill's regular legal activities.... The firm provides advice on and drafts relevant security documentation associated with the sale and purchase of businesses. Our fees for providing these services are competitive and reasonable. Liston Legal 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes NSW Phone: (02) 6732 1777

19.01.2022 Representation in Court, Tribunal and Board Proceedings The advocacy and advice work Liston Legal is retained to undertake include: Commercial and property disputes... Crime Compensation claims Professional negligence claims against doctors, lawyers and other professionals Product liability claims Insurance disputes Estate litigation including disputed wills and claims for provision Local government litigation Environmental prosecutions and Family and de facto disputes Contact us to discuss your legal needs. (02) 6732 1777 [email protected]

17.01.2022 Bill Liston - Principal After growing up in Glen Innes, Bill attended the University of New England for his Bachelor of Arts and then the University of New South Wales for his Law degree. Bill has been with the practice since 1982 and became a partner with David Loveband in 1984. Bill has acted in most areas of the law. Today his practice centres mainly on rural, commercial and domestic conveyancing, leases, wills and estates and family law property matters. He has lengthy ex...perience in Local and District Court criminal matters and civil litigation. With this diverse background Bill is able to offer clients of the firm comprehensive advice in many areas. Apart from the usual range of commercial and private clients, Bill has acted for local government councils, registered clubs and community groups. We look forward to helping you.

15.01.2022 A legal career can take many turns. Read about how Kristy McCamley found her place and is now mentoring others.

13.01.2022 One of the most significant events in life is buying or selling land or other property. A lot of your money is often tied up with such a transaction. Most of us could not afford a costly mistake made in the course of finalising the sale or purchase. As a buyer or seller you want to be sure you are getting what you are paying for or selling what you believe you own.... You want to avoid claims or demands by the other party after the sale or purchase has been completed. You wish to confidently anticipate being able to sell the property sometime in the future (or confident that your children can sell) without any unforeseen impediments to the sale arising. Did you know, for example, you were selling a block that was previously used as a fuel storage facility such as a petrol station? There may have been underground fuel tanks built on the land but unused for many years. As a seller of land with a fuel storage history, you may have ongoing obligations (even after sale) to return the land to its pre fuel storage condition at your cost. Buying land with access to water over a neighbour's property may mean your right to water could be terminated at any time by your neighbour or a subsequent purchaser from your neighbour. The land may have been recently subdivided with unfenced boundaries. Existing fences may be inadequate. Carefully drawn conditions of contract may be necessary to ensure appropriate boundary and other fences are in place before taking possession of the property. These and many other issues arising in the course of buying or selling land require thorough investigation and careful drafting of conditions of the contract to protect you and, for most of us, our most important asset the land being bought or sold. Lawyers are trained and qualified to undertake the investigations and drafting and to deal with other complex related issues that may arise such as tax considerations, trusts and succession planning. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes Phone: (02) 6732 1777 Email: [email protected] Photo Credit: Ray White for sale at 145 Lang, Glen Innes

12.01.2022 Mediations require a different approach in ensuring a successful outcome for the client. Liston Legal's experience in appealing for parties to mediations ensures the firm's clients are competently represented. Our fees are reasonable and competitive. We are always happy to discuss the amount and manner of payment of fees with clients. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes... Phone: (02) 6732 1777 Email: [email protected] See more

10.01.2022 Applying For Bail Bail means being allowed to go free in relation to the offence you are charged with. The decision can be made by a police officer after you have been arrested and given a notice to attend Court. This is known as ‘police bail’. You will have to sign a form acknowledging your bail and its conditions before you will be released. You will be released immediately but you will have to then attend court on your next court date.... The bail sergeant police officer can decide to: -- release you without bail -- grant bail (with or without bail conditions), or -- refuse bail. Common conditions include daily reporting to a police station, to live at a specific address, surrender your passport, not associate with specific people, observe a curfew, and promise not to approach witnesses. If you do not receive police bail, a police officer must take you to the nearest local court as soon as possible to make a bail application for a Judge or Magistrate to determine bail. This is called ‘Court bail’. Offences are categorised as ‘show cause’ or ‘not show cause’ depending on their seriousness. Show Cause Showing cause means you must explain to the court why locking you up is not justified. Any offence that attracts a jail term of life imprisonment and serious charges of a sexual or violent nature are included in this category. The Court will keep you in custody for a show cause offence unless you are able to show there is no unacceptable risk that you will: -- Risk of a failure to attend court if granted bail -- Risk of committing further offences if granted bail -- Risk of endangering or interfering with the alleged victim, witnesses and evidence if granted bail The Court will consider a variety of factors including your background, criminal history and ties, and the nature and seriousness of the offence. If there is no risk of any of the above occurring, your bail application should be granted. Non Show Cause If you have been charged with an offence that doesn’t require you to ‘show cause’, the starting position is that you should be released from custody unless there are reasons for why you should not be released. Factors such as your criminal history, current living arrangements and whether you have a history of not complying with Court orders will be considered by the Court when making such an assessment. Bail Variations If you have a valid need to change a bail condition for example, if you need to change your address you will need to apply for a bail variation. If you fail to do so, you may be charged with a breach of bail which may result in your bail being revoked. Get Our Help We can assist you in your court bail application. We would discuss your situation and the case to convince the Judge or Magistrate that the bail concerns can be sufficiently reduced or mitigated. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes NSW Phone: (02) 6732 1777 Email: [email protected]

08.01.2022 Liston Legal can provide you with timely and competent advice and representation in relation to any motor vehicle or driving offences you are facing. Whether you are charged with driving with more than the prescribed concentration of alcohol in your system, negligent driving, driving occasioning death or injury, speeding or otherwise offending the traffic laws, we can help. You may be a heavy vehicle owner or driver facing charges of overloading, log book entry charges or mec...hanical defects. We can advise you on the appropriate action to take. We can represent you in court proceedings if you decide to defend the charge or charges. Our fees are negotiable, reasonable and competitive. Contact us to discuss your legal issues. (02) 6732 1777 [email protected]

08.01.2022 Liston Legal has been providing legal advice, court representation, conveyancing services and legal assistance in wills and estate matters throughout the New England community since the 1930's. Liston Legal and its predecessors have a long history of assisting the people of Glen Innes and New England and continue to do so. We pride ourselves on having a tradition of hard work, commitment and excellence. We offer prompt, informed and practical solutions to all your legal probl...ems. Our fees are competitive and reasonable. We are always open to payment arrangements that suit you. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes Phone: (02) 6732 1777 Email: [email protected]

07.01.2022 NSW has become the first state in Australia to pass a suite of defamation law reforms aiming to unclog courts from trivial claims. The changes, agreed on by all states and territories at last month’s Council of Attorneys-General meeting, will modernise the existing defamation laws which were introduced in the early days of social media and purport to rein in skyrocketing payouts for non-economic loss and to support public interest journalism. Read more here - https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au//29133-nsw-becomes-first-

06.01.2022 There are a number of local Glen Innes family farm bull sales this week. As well as our 75th Annual Bull Sale, show tomorrow and sale on Friday. We welcome all the visiting bidders to Glen Innes and hope you enjoy our town.... Elders See more

06.01.2022 The Coronavirus Pandemic COVID-19 has prompted many to take care of estate planning. Nearly half of all Australians do not have a will, and for those who do, many are not up to date. Marriage, divorce, new family members, deaths may have all caused the need for changes. It is better to spend money now with a good lawyer, rather than have to retain them to sort out the mess without a clearly defined will.... A will is critical to helping your beneficiaries understand how you want your assets shared, who will look after your children, and it can even provide instructions for your funeral. A will must conform to strict legal requirements, be precisely worded and witnessed properly for it to be valid. Here are some common rules for your will to keep in mind: Read more on our website - https://www.listonlegal.com.au//advice-for-drafting-your-w

05.01.2022 Disability - Concerns and Responsibilities Beyond the Grave You may, as a parent, relative, carer or friend have concerns about a person's current and future welfare. Concerns may arise where you currently care for someone who is chronically disabled. The question of what happens to that person after you die inevitably arises and is difficult to satisfactorily answer.... read more here - https://www.listonlegal.com.au//disability---concerns-and- Contact us to discuss your legal needs. (02) 6732 1777 [email protected]

03.01.2022 Conveyancing Terms Explained At Liston Legal we deal with Conveyancing every day, so there are many industry words that are common to us. We wanted to take the time to explain some to you. This way we can make the process simple and stress free for you. Conveyancing is the legal process which transfers the ownership of a property from one person to another. We will help fill out all the legal forms required to process your sale or purchase, liase with the other party’s convey...ancer, and complete tasks such as obtaining and checking the searches and transferring funds. As solicitors we have the same capacity and knowledge as a conveyancer, however, we can also assist with any complex legal issues that may arise from selling or purchasing property. read more on our website - https://www.listonlegal.com.au//conveyancing-terms-explain

03.01.2022 SPRING INTO STORYTELLING from Friday October 23 to Sunday October 25, 2020, in the NSW New England region of Glen Innes! The High Country Writers Festival is back for a second big year with author talks, a writers retreat, performances and events showcasing storytelling in many forms for book lovers and writers. Read more on their website - https://highcountrywritersfestival.com/

03.01.2022 Divorce and Property Divorce is an emotional time and navigating property decisions can have long term effects. So what are the biggest property mistakes people make when a relationship ends and how can you avoid them?... Read more here - https://www.listonlegal.com.au/res/divorce-and-property.php

02.01.2022 Wills & Estates. Bill Liston is the firm's principal and main wills and estates practitioner having advised on and prepared wills throughout his professional career. Drafting wills often requires a working knowledge of taxation and corporate law and an understanding of the willmaker's family background and circumstances.... Bill Liston's connection with the New England region for most of his life and his competent grip on succession legal issues equips him to undertake these tasks. Our firm also offers advice and representation in wills and estate matters where there is a dispute about what the will means, whether the will has made adequate provision for all those claiming an entitlement under the will and whether the personal representatives appointed under the will have properly discharged their duties. There may also be doubts or a dispute about whether the willmaker had adequate capacity when he or she made the will. The firm's fees are negotiable, reasonable and competitive. 330 Grey Street, Glen Innes Phone: (02) 6732 1777

01.01.2022 Diane Gray from Business Australia is delivering 1:1 advice to local businesses for the next two years in Glen Innes Highlands. Make sure you register for her first introductory event to find out more. This is an opportunity not to be missed if your business needs help to recover, grow, address pain points and more.