WMD Law in Sutherland, New South Wales, Australia | Lawyer & law firm

WMD Law

Locality: Sutherland, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9525 8688

Address: Level 4, 3-5 Stapleton Avenue 2232 Sutherland, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.wmdlaw.com.au

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25.01.2022 Tenants and landlords across the country are now negotiating the relevant changes to their arrangements following the release of the Commercial Leasing Code of Conduct. However, there is still some confusion about how the Code should be applied. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//implementing-the-commercial-leasin/

25.01.2022 The NSW Government has now passed the Regulation necessary to give legal effect to the Commercial Leasing Code of Conduct which was announced by the Federal Government in early April. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//nsw-commercial-leasing-regulation-/

25.01.2022 The NSW Government has recently passed 2 pieces of legislation with the objective to increase confidence of the community in the construction industry. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//new-laws-to-increase-community-con/

25.01.2022 To address the extraordinary circumstances faced by the Covid-19 pandemic, the NSW Government has introduced temporary measures to allow the witnessing of legal documents remotely. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//covid-19-video-tech-for-witnessing/

25.01.2022 For quite a few months now we have been receiving enquiries in relation to neighbourhood disputes. Is it because we are all home a lot more or do you think people have lost the ability to talk to one another? Read more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//suburban-trees-neighbours-and-disp/

24.01.2022 Pets now allowed in Sydney apartments as blanket ban on animals lifted by NSW Court of Appeal https://www.domain.com.au//pets-now-allowed-in-sydney-apa/

24.01.2022 In a bid to ease the pressures being faced by residential Landlords and Tenants in the unfolding COVID-19 crisis, the NSW Government has passed a number of measures. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//17/covid-19-and-residential-tenanc/

23.01.2022 On 25 March 2020, the NSW Government introduced an emergency Bill to Parliament consisting of amendments to existing laws in an effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//covid-19-legislation-amendment-eme/

23.01.2022 We got the feeling this morning that Leslie from our property division in our Sutherland office is very excited about Halloween. Happy Halloween from the WMD Law Team #wmdlaw

22.01.2022 In celebration of our new sponsorship with Seaforth Bowling Club some of our team joined the members of Seaforth Bowling Club today for a wonderful afternoon of lawn bowls.

22.01.2022 First home buyers and the construction industry will be the big winners under a targeted boost, which will eliminate stamp duty on newly-built homes below $800,000 and slash thousands of dollars for properties up to $1 million https://www.nsw.gov.au//big-boost-for-first-home-buyers-an

21.01.2022 As an employer, you have obligations under the Workplace Health & Safety legislation to protect yourself and others. In light of the recent COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak, SafeWork NSW has provided advice for businesses. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//what-are-my-obligations-as-an-empl/

21.01.2022 Section 21 of the Crimes (Sentencing Procedure) Act, 1999, gives power to the court to reduce the term of imprisonment or the fine payable by an offender. The section gives the court discretion to award a sentence that is less severe than the maximum penalty. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//the-preparation-of-evidence-for-us/

21.01.2022 The very recent case of Moore v Aubusson [2020] NSWSC 1466 illustrates the dangers of not making your testamentary plans clear and in writing during your lifetime. It was found that a verbal promise made by Ms Barbara Murphy (deceased) to her neighbours prior to her death substantially supplanted the contents of her Will. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//estate-planning-proprietary-estopp/

20.01.2022 On Friday, 20 November 2020 our office is supporting White Ribbon Day and participating in the Walk for Respectful Relationships. Having a large family law practice serving Sydney and the NSW South Coast for 50 years we are well aware of the impact on society that domestic violence has and the need to address this through both education and support. Learn more through the link below. #WMDLaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//ribbon-day-2020-walk-for-respectfu/

20.01.2022 Some action shots from the weekend. Thank you once again to all the referees #wmdlaw

19.01.2022 Our Kevin Dwyer forming part of the #SSFRA officiating team for Saturdays Over 35s match between St Pats & Engadine #wmdlaw

18.01.2022 A testamentary guardian is someone who is appointed to provide daily care and responsibility for your children and to make decisions about your children's long term care, welfare and development in the event that one or both of the child's parents pass away. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//what-happens-to-my-children-if-i-d/

18.01.2022 A contract is an agreement entered by two or more persons with the intention of being legally bound. Verbal agreements are agreements made between persons based on spoken words. In order to be legally binding, a verbal agreement must have all the necessary features of a contract. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//the-enforcability-of-a-verbal-agre/

18.01.2022 This year the Family Law Courts announced that 2,000 cases nationally have been in the court system for over 18 months. The current time from filing documents in the Federal Circuit Court or Family Court of Australia (the Family Law Courts) to attending an interim hearing can be as long as 6 months or more, even for matters considered urgent. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//resolving-family-law-matters-witho/

18.01.2022 If you are contemplating separation or have separated, COVID-19 has not put a stop to your right to pursue a family law property settlement or implement parenting arrangements. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//family-law-amidst-the-covid-19-env/

17.01.2022 Alyssa & Thal heading out for the Gymea v. Lilli Pilli 14As at Gymea Oval #wmdlaw

17.01.2022 A Succession Act Claim is a claim bought against a deceased persons estate pursuant to the Succession Act 2006. They are claims initiated by eligible persons who feel they have been unfairly left out of, or inadequately provided for under, the will of a deceased person. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au/2020/04/14/succession-act-claims/

16.01.2022 Further to our previous updates on the commercial leasing measures which the NSW Government has been implementing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the NSW Government has now provided further relief in the form of a $440 million package to relieve the land tax obligations for both residential and commercial properties. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au/20//05/covid-19-and-land-tax-relief/

14.01.2022 Expected to start from 1 July 2021, a homeowner will no longer have to pay capital gains tax CGT for the creation, variation or termination of a formal written granny flat arrangement that accommodates the elderly, typically family members or people with disabilities. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//capital-gains-tax-cgt-exemption-for

14.01.2022 We are pleased to announce that Kate Whale and Taylah Stuart have been appointed as Associates of WMD Law. Congratulations to them both on their well earned appointment. #wmdlaw

14.01.2022 Opportunity need not arise at the expense of anyone else. The opportunity is here now for you to ensure that you protect your business. Read more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au///20/opportunity-in-uncertain-times/

13.01.2022 Some of our team at Sullivan Dewing Bubbles and Brunch at Wanda Surf Club celebrating International Womens Day and raising much needed funds for Orana.

13.01.2022 As a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, many of our clients are contacting us in relation to their rights and obligations as landlords or tenants and employers or employees. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//common-covid-19-enquiries-for-land/

13.01.2022 A couple of photos from last weekend. Thanks to our friends for sending them in. #wmdlaw

13.01.2022 Some of our WMD Law Team and their families were so excited to be attending soccer matches throughout the Shire on Saturday. We had so many clients and friends sending us photos of the referees in their new uniforms and congratulating us on partnering with the SSFRA. Please feel free to tag us (#wmdlaw) in any of your social media photos, supporting your favourite team or referee. Here are some of our favourite photos from last weekend. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all the referees for their commitment to the game.

13.01.2022 We wanted to reach out personally to let you know that we are here to support you at this time. Our legal services remain open and we are adhering to and following all hygiene procedures within all of our offices. For those of our clients that would prefer to liaise with us via telephone or FaceTime we advise that we are equipped to do so. For our commercial clients we understand there may be disruptions to the operation of your business, with respect to employee leave, w...orkplace health and safety and contractual performance issues. While we will continue to provide general updates on matters relevant to the business community we encourage you to obtain early advice upon your circumstances. Please see the link below from the ATO advising of support measures to assist those affected by COVID-19. https://www.ato.gov.au//In-de/Specific-disasters/COVID-19/ In relation to our family law clients with ongoing property matters, the disruption to stock markets and consequential impacts upon property prices are matters which may impact upon your matter. The current climate may present opportunities for you for an early or more favourable resolution of your property matter. Please contact us to discuss how current events are likely to impact upon your circumstances. Additionally we note the Family Court of Australia and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia have responded to the evolving impact of the COVID-19 pandemic making immediate and significant changes to the court operations. Please see link for further information. http://www.familycourt.gov.au//connect/fcoaweb/about/news/ Our Property and Estate clients, it is business as usual and we are well situated to be able to continue assisting you through the coming months. Please do not hesitate to contact us on 9525 8688 or visit our website and contact your preferred lawyer https://wmdlaw.com.au/the-wmd-law-team/ We look forward to assisting you through this unprecedented time.

12.01.2022 In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been a number of measures taken nationwide to ensure that documents such as Wills, Enduring Guardians, Powers of Attorney, Affidavits and Statutory Declarations are witnessed correctly. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//witnessing-of-legal-documents-duri/

12.01.2022 Here are some of our favourite photos we received over the weekend. Don't forget to tag us in your photos #wmdlaw

11.01.2022 Sometimes not doing the wrong thing is not enough. White Ribbon Day reminds us of our obligation to bring about change. Change requires the education of our children as to what respectful relationships with women mean. Change requires public conversation about a violence which for too long has not been called out or has remained unspoken for fear of shame or recrimination. Today, Amanda Doring, Gina Haramis and Sallyanne Henderson were our WMD Law ambassadors with the ho...nour of walking with Daniel Boyd, Nick Kontozis and Caroline Speakman to help raise awareness around violence against women, men and children on the Walk for Respectful Relationships. At the conclusion of their walk they attended our office morning tea with the entire Sutherland WMD Law team to listen to a heartfelt message from Caroline Speakman and Daniel Boyd and together they watched the livestream presentation. Hopefully we were able to raise awareness for this worthwhile cause and we invite you to do the same in your family and in your social circles. Remember, if you or someone you know needs assistance, we invite you to call us or to come in to our office to discuss how we and others may be able to assist. #everystepcounts2020 #standupspeakout #wmdlaw See more

10.01.2022 We are proud to announce the Admission to Practice of four lawyers within our staff, all of whom have worked with us as law clerks and proven themselves as a valuable part of our expanding team of 22 Lawyers working in our Sydney and South coast offices. https://wmdlaw.com.au//12/meet-the-new-members-of-our-team/

08.01.2022 Generally, an unsuccessful party who commences or contests litigation generally pays the successful partys costs. When a claim is made against an estate there can be significant money expended which would otherwise flow to beneficiaries. Learn more through the link below. #wmdlaw https://wmdlaw.com.au//preparing-a-will-where-there-may-b/

08.01.2022 Our Kevin Dwyer forming part of the #SSFRA officiating team for Saturday’s Over 35s match between St Pats & Engadine #wmdlaw

07.01.2022 We are seeking an experienced person to join our Property Team based in Sutherland. This is a full-time position for a person who is seeking a challenging and rewarding role and will be providing support for the principal running the team, doing a broad range of secretarial and administrative duties, including assisting with document preparation, drafting correspondence, diary and email management. Preferred applicants should be proficient with PEXA and have at least 3-5 years’ experience in a similar legal secretary’s role. Send resumes to [email protected]

06.01.2022 Recently, we have become aware that lenders are undertaking repeat employment checks on borrowers prior to advancing the funds for a property settlement. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//be-aware-financiers-are-now-re-ver/

06.01.2022 The long-awaited Code of Conduct has just been released by the Federal Government in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Code effectively aims to balance the commercial interests of landlords and tenants during this time of crisis and impose a regime to share the burden. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//sme-commercial-leasing-principles-/

06.01.2022 The Prime Minister has urged landlords and tenants to negotiate workable arrangements to see them through a period of at least the next 6 months. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au///06/tenancy-issues-during-covid-19/

05.01.2022 We are excited to announce that we are now the major partner of the Sutherland Shire Football Referees Association. https://mailchi.mp/ptle/wmd-law-continues-to-evolve-6503940

05.01.2022 News of the successful appeal by George Pell to the High Court of Australia and his release announced this morning has left many people with questions. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//appealing-a-criminal-conviction-to-

05.01.2022 We refer to an article we published in August in relation to witnessing of legal documents during Covid-19 and advise that NSW Land Registry Services (NSW LRS) has extended the witnessing of important legal documents over video conference until the end of 2021. https://wmdlaw.com.au//witnessing-of-legal-documents-duri/

03.01.2022 As term 4 winds down, the WMD Law Shire Football Referees are proud to be a part of the Combined Catholic High Schools Shire competition at Kareela Oval, in their final officiating duties for 2020.

02.01.2022 This photo from last weeks wet and windy weekend, we believe, sums it up well. Thank you again to the amazing referees #wmdlaw

02.01.2022 Heartfelt congratulations from all our team to Janet our Accounts Supervisor on her 20 year anniversary with WMD Law.

02.01.2022 As a business owner you have always had rules and regulations to abide by. Today though and into the foreseeable future these will need to be adapted to keep up with the current environment we all find ourselves in. Learn more through the link below. https://wmdlaw.com.au//are-you-aware-of-your-legal-obliga/

02.01.2022 Here are some of our favourite photos we received over the weekend. Dont forget to tag us in your photos #wmdlaw