Solution Brief: Family Law Financial Settlement (Consent Orders)

by Ico Ho | 11 - 317, 11 - 69, 11 - Split up with your partner (family law), 11-353, Solution Brief

The who, what, when and why of Consent Orders  If you have separated from your partner (whether from a marriage or a de facto relationship), you will need to consider the division of your property.  If you and your former partner have reached an agreement about how to...

Solution Brief: Binding Financial Agreements – What to expect

by Ico Ho | 6 - 351, 6 - Build and protect your wealth (including trusts), Solution Brief

You’ve decided that a BFA is right for you. So what happens next?  Step 1: Instructions The first step is for you to find a lawyer to brief on the background of the matter and what you want to achieve from the Binding Financial Agreement (‘BFA’). Your...

Solution Brief: Binding Financial Agreement

by Ico Ho | 6 - 351, 6 - Build and protect your wealth (including trusts), Solution Brief

Agree upfront and avoid costly disputes down the track.  What is a Binding Financial Agreement? A ‘Binding Financial Agreement’ (or ‘BFA’) is a way for couples to record how they will divide their assets and liabilities if their relationship breaks down, or if their...

Solution Brief: How we communicate with you

by Ico Ho | About Us, Resources, Solution Brief

Dealing with a legal issue can be emotionally exhausting, and often frustrating.  We understand that a key part of us working together effectively is how we communicate. To ensure we get off on the right foot, and keep things on track, we set out below some...

Solution Brief: Property development structure 

by Ico Ho | 7 - 333, 7 - Deal with your real estate (property law), Solution Brief

This Solution Brief discusses the options for structuring a ‘property development’ venture  The proposed enterprise This Solution Brief applies to an enterprise with the following characteristics:   An intention to purchase, develop and sell a property for profit over...

Solution Brief: Property Co-Ownership Agreements 

by Ico Ho | 7 - 280, 7 - Deal with your real estate (property law), Solution Brief

Property is relatively easy to buy – and even easier to buy with a friend or family member. But if you haven’t planned for when things go wrong, things can become very difficult.  Buying property can be a very rewarding experience. Buying property with a friend,...