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Sneakerboy, a well-known Australian streetwear retailer, recently announced its collapse, entered voluntary administration, and now faces insolvent liquidation. This affects not only the business and its employees, but has also left hundreds of customers waiting indefinitely for deliveries or refunds. Today we explain how to recover what you are owed, and give you a primer on what to watch out for in voluntary administration and insolvent liquidation.

When buying property in Australia, stamp duty (transfer duty/stamp duty) is one of the most important concerns. The amount payable depends on the buyer’s status and the value of the property. Overseas buyers must additionally pay an 8% surcharge purchaser duty. In recent years, the relevant laws and policies have continued to change, so buyers need to stay on top of updates to avoid costly pitfalls. Today we take a look at NSW’s latest stamp duty reforms and how they…

After Australia gradually reopened its borders last November, overseas arrivals have steadily returned to normal. With the recent removal of special pandemic-era entry requirements such as vaccination certificates and the DPD form, international travel to and from Australia has largely returned to its pre-pandemic state (though remember to wear a mask and take care of your personal health).

Many of our clients operate businesses in Australia, and in Australia most businesses are not established by a single person. When starting a new venture, people often collaborate with others — there may be several co-founders, directors, or shareholders.

In Australia, a divorce requires filing an application with the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. The law governing divorce in Australia is Part VI of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth).

Recently NS Legal has received several requests for help in succession. Clients signed building contracts 1–2 years ago, but their builders are now demanding price increases — and the amounts are substantial. They purchased a Package, but due to reasons such as land not being approved on time, construction started right in the middle of today’s surge in building costs, and the builder is now saying prices must go up.

In Australia, when spouses who share children divorce or separate, they will need to reach an agreement regarding the parenting arrangements for their children, and the court may also issue a parenting order on these matters. So what does a parenting order cover? And what should you do if someone breaches a parenting order? Today we will walk through the key things to know about parenting orders.

Many of our clients run businesses in Australia, and once their businesses have grown, many owners look to expand. If you also want to expand a business that has already proven successful, franchising may be a good option.

Owning a house in Australia is one of the biggest dreams for many Chinese residents after settling here. But as desirable as a house is, it carries one risk greater than living in an apartment — troublesome neighbours. Beyond common disputes over noise and pets, living in a house can also bring neighbour disputes caused by fences, trees and similar issues.

In June, a seismic event took place in the American judicial system: the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, and with that, abortion rights became a thing of the past in the United States. The news triggered nationwide outrage, with people taking to the streets holding signs such as “Protect Roe v. Wade”, “We Have the Right to Choose”, “Women’s Lives Are Lives”, and “Abortion Rights Are Health Rights”, protesting the Supreme Court’s decision.