Australia's significant visa fee increases are reshaping the migration landscape, with students, graduates, and permanent residents facing substantially higher costs. This article examines the implications for migrants, international education, and Australia's global competitiveness.
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How to Handle Family Violence Intervention Orders
Family Law: 21 July 2026
Family Violence Intervention Orders help protect individuals and families from harmful behaviour and can carry serious legal consequences if breached. Understanding your rights, obligations and the legal process is essential, whether you are seeking protection or responding to an application.
Insolvent trading and the limits of safe harbour: what directors should take from Star Recruitment Service Pty Ltd v Smith
Litigation,Insolvency: 20 July 2026
Author: Erin Prout
Australian safe harbour laws can help protect directors from personal liability for insolvent trading while they pursue genuine restructuring efforts, but the protection is limited and subject to strict conditions.
Act First, Sue Later: Preserving Assets Before Proceedings
Litigation: 15 July 2026
Author: Sam Merrylees
Liquidators are often faced with the challenge of protecting assets before recovery proceedings can be commenced.
Artificial Intelligence in Family Law: Helpful Tool or Costly Mistake?
Family Law: 14 July 2026
Author: Giselle Roman
While Artificial Intelligence offers new opportunities for efficiency and accessibility, its use in family law is not without risk. A recent Family Court decision serves as a timely reminder that, despite its growing capabilities, AI should be used as a tool to support legal work rather than as a substitute for expert legal advice and careful verification.
Directors’ duties and the use of AI – Court case example
Litigation: 10 July 2026
Author: Oren Polichtuk
Key takeaways from Australian Securities and Investments Commission v Bekier (Liability Judgment) [2026] FCA 196 (Bekier)
If you are planning to migrate to Australia through a skilled visa pathway , one of the first steps you may need to complete is a skills assessment. Many applicants are surprised to learn that having qualifications and work experience is not enough on its own
SMSF LRBAs – What’s Changed and What Comes Next
Wills and Estates: 01 July 2026
Author: Caroline Harley
Australia’s self-managed super fund (SMSF) landscape has shifted dramatically with the passage of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Act 2026, which received Royal Assent on 26 June 2026.
Latest Lawyer Promotions at Aitken Partners
30 June 2026
We are pleased to announce the promotion of several team members, effective 1 July, in recognition of their outstanding performance, dedication to clients and valuable contributions to the firm.
Received an ASIC s 19 Notice? What You Need to Do Next
Litigation: 29 June 2026
Author: Caroline Skeoch, Joel Parsons
Facing an ASIC s 19 notice? Learn what to expect, your legal obligations and how to approach the examination process.
If you’ve ever been rejected for a loan you were sure you’d get, had your insurance premium spike for no apparent reason, or watched a perfectly good job application vanish into the etherthere’s a decent chance a computer made that call. Welcome to the world of Automated Decision-Making (ADM)
Jurisdiction Ping Pong: The Queensland Supreme Court or the Federal Court
Litigation: 22 June 2026
Author: Erin Prout, Joel Parsons
Commencing a Legal proceeding is not as straightforward as simply ‘going to Court’. Determining what jurisdiction can involve complex legal analysis and in some cases become a contested issue.
Crossing the Line: Why Global Sport Comes With Global Visa Challenges
Migration: 17 June 2026
Author: Andy Ellen
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already delivered memorable moments on the field, but it has also exposed the immigration realities behind major sporting events. From visa costs to cross-border access, Vozinha’s story shows how global tournaments are shaped by much more than sport alone.
Understanding Subpoenas: Avoiding Fishing Expeditions in Legal Proceedings
Litigation: 16 June 2026
Author: Joel Parsons
Subpoenas are a powerful tool in litigation but if used improperly, they can be challenged as “fishing expeditions” and set aside by the court. Understanding their proper use is critical to ensuring your requests serve a legitimate forensic purpose.
CGT and rights to occupy a main residence - what’s in a name?
Tax Law: 15 June 2026
Author: Marco Saccotelli
Marco Saccotelli examines the ATO’s draft TD 2026/D1 and its interpretation of “right to occupy” for CGT main residence exemptions in deceased estates. Originally published in the LexisNexis Retirement & Estate Planning Bulletin.
When is a Grant of Probate Required?
Wills and Estates: 10 June 2026
Author: Gayathri Perera, Valerie Bradley
Navigating what happens after someone passes away can feel overwhelming, especially when questions arise about probate, assets and who has the legal authority to act. Understanding when a Grant of Probate is required and what happens if there is no Will can make the process clearer and far less stressful.
Understanding the Skilled Occupation List – Tips for Migrants
Migration: 10 June 2026
Author: Bao Ngo, Fatima El Hawli
Choosing the right occupation is one of the most important steps in the Skilled Migration process. This overview explains how the Skilled Occupation List works and how migrants can avoid common mistakes.
Our partnership with the Melbourne Football Club continues to grow, bringing new opportunities for members and our community.
Webinar Recap: Estate Planning Essentials: How to Avoid, or Navigate Will Disputes
Wills and Estates: 29 May 2026
Author: Carl Wilson, Susan Ilias, Alister Bayston
A short introduction to the key themes shaping today’s estate planning and will‑dispute landscape.
Planning a Redundancy? What Employers Need to Know
Employment Law: 29 May 2026
Author: Bianca Mazzarella, Maddi Fenton
Redundancy decisions require careful planning and strict compliance with consultation and redeployment obligations. This article outlines the key legal requirements employers must meet and the implications of recent High Court guidance.
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