Trust Issues | Why does the Governing Law of a Trust Matter?

Trust Issues | Why does the Governing Law of a Trust Matter?

The governing law of a trust determines which State or Territory laws apply to the trust and which courts have the jurisdiction to hear a dispute.  Therefore, a trustee must know which laws govern the trust to perform their role properly. The governing law of a trust...

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​​Why jurisdiction matters when it comes to trusts​

​​Why jurisdiction matters when it comes to trusts​

​​Trusts may be ubiquitous in the Australian business landscape, but they are not simple structures to administer. If you have a trust, or are establishing a trust, one aspect you need to consider is the ‘governing law’ or the jurisdiction of the trust. Let us tell you why…​

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The legal issues that are going to trip you up in 2024

The legal issues that are going to trip you up in 2024

The dust has barely settled on our Christmas decorations but we’re back and open for business. We like to start our year by consulting our legal ‘Crystal Ball’ and predicting what might be in store for 2024.  Interested in what we think is on the cards? Read on!  The...

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Solution Brief: Unit trusts

Solution Brief: Unit trusts

A ‘unit trust’ is a commonly used structure for ‘pooling money’ and holding investment assets, particularly property. They are sometimes used for carrying on a small business, but this is less common. What is a unit trust? A ‘trust’ is a legal relationship between at...

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