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8 September, 2020
Body Corporate Successful in Terminating Management Rights - First QCAT Decision
In this video, Senior Associate, Tom Robinson talks about a recent decision that’s been handed down in the QCAT about the successful termination of management rights by a Body Corporate.
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8 July, 2020
What is an Off-the-Plan Contract?
In this video, Partner & Accredited Property Law Specialist, Simon Bennett explains what is an off-the-plan contract.
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8 July, 2020
What You Should Do if You have Reached an Agreement in Your Family Law Matter
In this video, Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist, Abbi Golightly discusses what should you do next if an agreement is reached in your Family Law matter.
Read more8 July, 2020
The 5 Essential Things You have to Do Before Buying a Duplex
In this video, Partner & Accredited Property Law Specialist, Simon Bennett discusses what you need to know before purchasing a duplex.
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5 Important Things You Need to Know About Bodies Corporate
In this video, Senior Associate, Tom Robinson discusses 5 Things You Should Know About Bodies Corporate.
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19 June, 2020
Your First Appointment with Our Family Lawyers
In this video, OMB Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist, Abbi Golightly discusses some useful things to consider prior to your first appointment with your family lawyer.
Read more27 May, 2020
Relaxed Restrictions Allowing Common Property Facilities to Open
In this video, Tom Robinson discusses the recent amendments to the Queensland health directions which confirms the reopening of communal facilities, including our bodies corporate common property facilities.
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30 April, 2020
3 Things That Bodies Corporate Should Know During COVID-19
In this video, OMB Solicitors’ Associate, Elisha Quigg discusses three things that bodies corporate should know during COVID-19.
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30 April, 2020
Taking Care of Your Will and Other Important Documents During COVID-19
In this video, our Richard Dawson talks about how you can take your estate planning documents during COVID-19.
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30 April, 2020
The Impact of COVID-19 on Debt Recovery in Queensland
In this video, OMB Solicitors Senior Associate, Cameron Marshall explains how COVID-19 affects debt recovery in Queensland.
Read more30 April, 2020
How Bodies Corporate can Comply with the AGM Requirements During COVD-19
In this video, our Tom Robinson talks about how bodies corporate can comply with the AGM (Annual General Meeting) Requirements in light of the strict COVID-19 restrictions put in place.
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23 April, 2020
How Does a Committee Protect its Body Corporate Community from the COVID-19 Virus?
In this video, OMB Partner, Juliette Nairn discusses ways in which a committee can protect its body corporate community from COVID-19.
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15 November, 2019
What You Need to Know About Structuring
One of the most important considerations in both establishing and running a business is getting the structuring right at the outset. In this video, our Simon Bennett discusses the things you need to be considering in this regard.
Read more14 November, 2019
What Do I Do If I Need Access Through My Neighbour's Land?
In this video, OMB Solicitors Senior Associate Cameron Marshall discusses the things you need to do if you need access to your neighbour’s lot.
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12 November, 2019
The Difference Between a General Power of Attorney & an Enduring Power of Attorney
In this video, OMB Solicitors Associate Steven Mahoney discusses the difference between a General Power of Attorney and an Enduring Power of Attorney. Contact our Gold Coast Lawyers team for more information here Wills & Estates Enquiries.
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25 June, 2019
The Things You Need to Know After Separation
What are Things You Should Consider After Separation? In this video, OMB Solicitors‘ Associate and Family Lawyer, Gary Mallett talks about the things you need to know after having been separated with your partner. Contact our team for more information here Family Law Enquiries.
Read more21 June, 2019
The Things You Need to Know Before Buying a Duplex
What are Things You Should Consider Before a Buying a Duplex? In this video, OMB Solicitors‘ Partner & Accredited Property Law Specialist, Simon Bennett discusses the things that you should be considering prior to purchasing a duplex. Contact our Gold Coast Lawyers team for more information here Propery Law Enquiries.
Read more19 June, 2019
Registered Plans in a Body Corporate & Maintenance
The Difference Between the Two Types of Registered Plans in a Body Corporate and how the obligations of maintenance differ between them. In this video, Body Corporate Solicitor, Elisha Quigg discusses the differences between a Standard Format Plan and a Building Format Plan in a Body Corporate and how the obligations of maintenance differ between these […]
Read more15 May, 2019
Understanding Section 163 of the BCCM Act – it is an Offence Not to Give Access
Section 163 of the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997 In this video, OMB Solicitors‘ Partner, Juliette Nairn discusses Section 163 of the Body Corporate and Community Management Act 1997. Contact our Gold Coast Lawyers team for more information here Body Corporate Enquiries.
Read more15 May, 2019
What are the Different Types of General Meeting Resolutions?
In this video, Tom Robinson, Associate at OMB Solicitors within the Body Corporate team talks about the different types of resolutions that may be considered at General Meetings including how they are calculated and when do they apply. Contact our Gold Coast Lawyers team for more information here Body Corporate Enquiries. Transcript Hi, I’m Tom from […]
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20 July, 2018
How to Get a Divorce in Australia
There’s no doubt about it. Ending a relationship is never easy. But in Australia, ending a marriage is relatively simple – at least in the eyes of the law. This is because, unlike the divorce process in the United States, divorce in Australia doesn’t address some of the most emotionally volatile issues such as child […]
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19 July, 2018
What Can I do if I Have Been Left Out of a Will?
If you have been excluded from a Will, it probably seems like a slap in the face. You may be feeling hurt and angry – especially if the person who passed away was a parent or another close relative. As a result, you may be wondering if there’s anything you can do. In Queensland, the […]
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21 June, 2018
Nuisance Communication - Rights of Body Corporate
Ten phone calls, fifty voice messages and a disgruntled lot owner who wants answers yesterday – there is always one. But when does it constitute a nuisance communication and what can you do about it? Let’s face it, whether your neighbor’s TV is turned up to the max, the teenager next door is hosting a […]
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6 June, 2018
The Roles and Responsibilities of Body Corporate Members
There is little doubt that both the role and responsibilities of body corporate members can be onerous. In this video, Gold Coast Lawyers at OMB Solicitors’ Tom Robinson discusses those characteristics and in particular, why if you are given the opportunity of becoming a member, you should consider it.
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31 May, 2018
A Ten Point Strategy to Make Sure Your Estate Planning is Up to Date
It’s one of those things that we all know we should do – but we don’t necessarily want to do it. As adults we’re all aware that it’s important to have a will – and other measures – in place to ensure that our affairs are handled properly if something horrible were to happen. So […]
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27 April, 2018
Will Shock: Could an unsent text message be a valid will?
In Queensland, a valid will is written and signed by either the person making the will (the Testator) or directed by the Testator in their presence. The testator must sign or acknowledge the signature in the presence of two or more witnesses and the Testator must sign with the intention of executing the will. The […]
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27 April, 2018
Protecting My Interests in Property
A Caveat is a legal document registered on the Title of a property which generally prevents dealings with that property without the lodger’s consent. Once registered on Title, it acts as a warning or formal notice to advise the public that someone (the Lodger) has an interest in the land or property. The most common […]
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27 April, 2018
What Happens When the Honeymoon is Over?
As with most relationships when parties initially form that relationship be it personal or business the relationship is in what is often phrased “the honeymoon phase”...
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23 April, 2018
When Mediation Fails and an Agreement Cannot be Reached
When alternative dispute resolution processes do not resolve the property or parenting issues in dispute with your ex-partner (taking into account that these processes require the co-operation of your ex-partner) you will need the assistance of the Family Court or Federal Circuit Court process to resolve your matter. Are there time limits? Unless you bring […]
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23 April, 2018
The Importance of Open Communication within Body Corporate Committees
I always find it interesting when I attend a budget committee meeting and the committee expresses to me their disappointment ....
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21 April, 2018
The Two Most Important Things to Do Before Heading Overseas
If you’re like most Australians contemplating a trip overseas, it’s likely you’re going to forget to take care of 2 fundamentally important things, that if not addressed can have a catastrophic impact upon your family. In this video, Gold Coast Lawyers at OMB Solicitors, Steve Mahoney lets you know what they are and what to […]
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17 April, 2018
Wills - The Unavoidable Topic
It’s human nature to refuse to accept the obvious – nothing is more certain than death and taxes. Making a Will isn’t morbid – it is the only way to protect hard earned assets. Most people wouldn’t leave their car door open with a wallet displayed on the front seat. Few people leave their homes […]
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17 April, 2018
Don’t Get Lost in the Shuffle
Volcanic ash created an international debacle as people were stranded far from home; it highlights the need for a back up plan Life does not always go to plan but most people are unprepared for the unexpected according to Gold Coast solicitor Simon Bennett. Simon says responsible people prepare for all eventualities. “Life is unpredictable, we must […]
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17 April, 2018
Mortgage Mayhem
Higher interest and a cooling financial climate can cause havoc for unprotected borrowers and lenders.
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17 April, 2018
Putting a Price On Pain & Suffering
Recent reform to awards for pain and suffering for those who have suffered a workplace injury brings the Workers Compensation & Rehabilitation Act into line with the damages available under the Civil Liability Act for motor vehicle and other accidents, thereby creating a more uniform compensation scheme in Queensland. Serious injury invariably leads to loss of income […]
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17 April, 2018
Ladies Protect Your Assets
Women who have gone through a separation or divorce will be the first to tell you that the process is daunting, expensive, lengthy and exhausting. You work hard, build your wealth, meet “Mr Right” and fall head over heels into a relationship, only to realise some years later that “Mr Right” was not all you expected. Suddenly, […]
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17 April, 2018
Happily Ever After
The urban myth lives on despite the reality of separation, divorce and bitter wrangles. An ever increasing number of marriages fail to fulfil the happily ever after expectations most people dream of. Gold Coast lawyer Simon Bennett says it is wise to set romance aside and enter into marriage with a degree of protection. “Few people would enter […]
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16 April, 2018
Protect yourself at all times
The year 2011 will be remembered for natural disasters – Brisbane floods, North Queensland Cyclones, Christchurch earthquake and the Japanese tsunami.
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16 April, 2018
Courts, Cost & Considerations
An experienced solicitor offers viable solutions in the face of legal action. Leading Gold Coast lawyer Simon Bennett says courts are often described as casinos for the rich. “Most people think only large companies and wealthy individuals can afford the cost of litigation and there is some truth in this,” he says. “When civil and business matters […]
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16 April, 2018
Know Where to Stand
Are you ready for your Body Corporate Levies to change again? The calculation of who pays what levies in a body corporate has been contentious for some time. The major reason for this is that the Legislation has changed a number of times. It all started in 2003 when the then Labor Queensland Government introduced […]
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