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May 25, 2023 · Mingqiang

How Is Property Divided After Divorce in Australia?

When going through a divorce in Australia, alongside the divorce process itself and disputes over child custody, property settlement is one of the most important issues both parties will face. Many people hope to secure the greatest possible share of the property after divorce, and disputes of all kinds are common throughout the process. This article draws on the provisions of Australian law to walk you through the topic of property division after divorce and explain, in detail, the principles that govern how property is divided.

May 19, 2023 · Mingqiang

Transferring Property to Your Children? How to Do It in Australia

Just as in China, property in Australia is one of the most important assets for many families, because it represents not only material wealth but also the family's history and legacy. When parents grow old or pass away, they often hope to transfer property to their children so that they may continue the family tradition. However, property transfers involve many legal and financial issues, so careful planning and preparation are required.

April 28, 2023 · Mingqiang

[Success Story] Driving After a Licence Application Was Refused — Case Dismissed With Our Lawyer’s Help!

Anyone living in Australia knows the traffic rules are strict — it is perfectly normal to cop a speeding fine or a licence suspension notice. Today we share several recent success stories handled by NS Legal to help you better understand NSW traffic rules, and to show how we can help if you happen to breach them.

April 13, 2023 · Mingqiang

During a partner visa, the relationship breaks down and ends — what should the sponsored applicant do?

During an Australian partner-visa application, if the visa applicant — the sponsored person on the partner visa — is subjected to family violence, physically controlled, threatened, or financially manipulated, what should the sponsored visa applicant do? And should they worry that ending the partner relationship will stop them from obtaining permanent residency?

April 6, 2023 · Mingqiang

Does an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) Leave a Criminal Record? What Are the Consequences?

In Australia, the courts have the power to enforce an Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) to protect people who fear being subjected to violence. So, does an AVO leave a person with a criminal record? Let's take a closer look at how AVOs work.

April 5, 2023 · Mingqiang

Don’t Want to Pay Stamp Duty? You Have 3 Months — NSW Set to Repeal Stamp Duty Reform

The former NSW Liberal government rolled out a stamp duty reform on 16 January this year. The reformed policy allowed first home buyers to choose between paying stamp duty as a lump sum, or paying an annual property tax each year. The policy applied to first home buyers, and the property purchased could not exceed $1.5 million in value.

March 17, 2023 · Mingqiang

How Important Is It to Make a Will in Australia!

A will is a legal document that sets out how a person's assets are to be distributed after their death.

March 16, 2023 · Mingqiang

Can Superannuation Be Split After Divorce?

Divorce is a very complex matter that involves many issues, including property division. In Australia, superannuation is an important type of asset, and how to handle superannuation after divorce is a question many people care about. This article will walk you through the steps and considerations for handling superannuation after divorce.

March 14, 2023 · Mingqiang

Property Gifted by Parents to a Young Couple Deemed a Debt? A Gift Deed Can Prevent Disputes!

Suppose a young couple gets married, and their parents gift them a certain amount of property. But before long, the couple's relationship breaks down, and the parents — as the party who provided the money — claim that the money was not a gift and should be treated as a debt. What should the other party do?

March 9, 2023 · Mingqiang

Can You Claim the First Home Owner Grant When Buying an Off-the-Plan Property From Another Purchaser?

We have recently received a number of enquiries from clients about purchasing off-the-plan properties. Many buyers, especially overseas buyers, are likely to face similar questions, so today's article addresses the issue in one place.

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