Building and Pest Inspection Conditions in Contracts
The vast majority of transfers of land in Western Australia take place using the standard REIWA document commonly known as...
Retail Shop Leases in WA
When the Retail Shops Act Applies (and When It Doesn’t) The Commercial Tenancy (Retail Shops) Agreements Act 1985 (WA)...
How to Remove a Caveat from your Property
Are you looking to sell or mortgage your land but can’t because there is an unjustified caveat lodged over the...
Property Settlement / Conveyancing – Western Australia – Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between a settlement agent and a conveyancer? In Western Australia – nothing. The two terms...
Enduring Power of Attorney (“EPA”) – What is it? And why is it important for you?
What is an Enduring Power of Attorney? An Enduring Power of Attorney is a legal document which allows you (the...
Enforcing a Judgment Debt in Western Australia
So you have a judgment order proving a debt. Now what? What can you do where the debtor or their...
Caveats – Western Australia – Frequently Asked Questions
Can I lodge a caveat? Yes, you certainly can. However, a better question to ask is whether you have a...
Buying Property In Western Australia from Interstate
Key factors for Interstate purchasers to consider when buying property in Western Australia. If you are thinking about joining the...
You can’t say that
An introduction to defamation law in Western Australia in the social media age. The immediacy and informality of social media...
Take care of the pennies, and the pounds will take care of themselves
A few reasons why you should be proactive in debt collection; and why you should use professionals to do it,...
Statutory demands
How to use them and how to respond to them The first rule of statutory demands is – IGNORE THEM...
Mind your own business
An introduction to business structures. Just a short while ago a client came in to see me to discuss the...
Caveats for caveats
An introduction to caveats over land in Western Australia We have approached numerous times recently by clients seeking advice about...
Local governments win indemnity for costs of rates recovery 2.0
Local Governments are entitled to recover all of their reasonable costs incurred in rates recovery proceedings, the Court of Appeal...
Local governments win indemnity for costs of rates recovery
Please see updated article as of 18/08/2023 here. The District Court has ruled Local Governments are entitled to be indemnified...
CS Legal is the first WA firm to complete 500 electronic property settlements
First State Conveyancing and CS Legal have become the first firms to complete 500 digital property transfers. A significant digital...
Can I contest a will in WA?
In Western Australia, the challenging of a Will is regulated by the provisions of the Family Provision Act 1972 (WA)...
How to choose the best settlement agent in Perth? 5 questions to ask
Buying or selling a house is a lengthy and complex process and obtaining professional advice will help ensure your smooth...
Who can lodge a caveat in Western Australia?
A caveat is a formal notice or warning lodged against the title of a property, which stops any person including...
Can I sell a deceased’s estate’s home before probate is granted in WA?
Often one of the biggest assets of a deceased’s estate is their home. In many cases, there are multiple beneficiaries...
You’ve been appointed executor of a deceased estate, what now?
The role of executor of a deceased estate is an important and in some cases, onerous, duty. The executor “stands...
Do I need smoke alarms in a building to be demolished?
The Building Regulations 2012 (“Regulations”) require owners of residential dwellings to have compliant smoke alarms installed prior to the sale,...
What are the costs of buying a house in Perth?
There are many costs associated with buying a house in Perth, not just the purchase price of the property. When...
Settlement agent fees – what are you actually paying for?
When buying or selling a property, you’re likely to investigate your options when it comes to selecting a settlement agent...
What does a settlement agent actually do?
The role of a property settlement agent is to assist in the process of the transfer of ownership of property...
What is the difference between a settlement agent and conveyancing lawyer?
Confused about whether to appoint a settlement agent or conveyancing lawyer? Although both can provide conveyancing services, there are differences...
