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On 10 December 2024, the Family Law Amendment Act 2024 was passed by the Australian Parliament, with key changes coming into effect on 10 June 2025. One significant amendment was made to section 79 of the Family Law Act 1975 (“the Act”), which governs property settlements in family law matters.

Amendments to the Australian Human Rights Commission Act introduced late in 2024 provide greater protection for those bringing claims based on unlawful discrimination or sexual harassment. The amendments effectively change the effect of section 570 of the Fair Work Act, which provides that parties usually bear their own costs of proceedings, whether successful or not, for claims brought in the Federal Court and the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.

Over the weekend, our Family Law Partner Dylan Burch made his live national TV debut on Channel 9’s Today Show, joining Clint and Alison to unpack an increasingly relevant topic; Post-Nuptial Financial Agreements.

Landlords undertaking refurbishment, renovation, or demolition of retail premises can significantly disrupt tenants’ businesses. The Retail Leases Act 2003 (Vic) (RLA) and lease agreements provide key protections for tenants, especially when access is restricted, operations are disrupted, or relocation is required.

On Friday 1 August 2025, the Star Entertainment Group Limited released a further update on the embattled financial crises surrounding the Casino at Brisbane’s, Queen’s Wharf.

On Thursday 31st July, Bao Ngo provided on-air insights for a radio station regarding the Erin Patterson case, focusing on the property law aspects. Below is a brief article illustrating how this case highlights the operation of the confiscation laws when other interests in the property such as mortgages are involved.

What would you do if your employer made your work life unbearable, but didn’t outright fire you? Is it unfair dismissal when you’re pushed to resign? These are pressing questions in Australia’s workforce, where the line between voluntary resignation and constructive dismissal—also known as forced resignation—can often blur.

Imagine arriving to work one day only to find a new contract on your desk, detailing major changes to your role, hours, or pay. Your heart sinks as you wonder: Can they actually do this?

Employee share option plans (ESOPs) have become an increasingly popular tool for Australian start-ups to attract and retain talent while preserving cash flow. The introduction of the Employee Share Scheme (ESS) start-up concession has significantly enhanced the appeal of these arrangements, providing substantial tax benefits for both companies and employees.

This case involved a party seeking to have a Creditors Statutory Demand (CSD) set aside by raising a multitude of arguments including: an off-setting claim, a genuine dispute claim; a penalty claim and contravention of other legislation

Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs) have emerged as a popular instrument for early-stage funding in Australia's startup ecosystem.

In-N-Out Burger is a hugely popular American fast-food chain without permanent locations in Australia. However, they have held several successful one-day pop-up events in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Canberra. If asked, people tend to assume they are ‘testing the waters in Australia’ for marketing and brand awareness or maybe considering a permanent store.

The recent case of Shamrock Civil Engineering Pty Ltd v Honan Insurance Group Pty Ltd [2024] QSC 313, concerned a waste site in Ipswich which cost $31 million to remedy. The question before the Supreme Court of Queensland was who whether liability should rest with Cleanaway or Shamrock.

We are proud to announce the official opening of Aitken Partners’ new office in Brisbane, a significant step in our continued national growth.

You may have heard the buzzword “prenup” amongst pop culture involving high profile celebrities – but have you heard of “postnups”?

We are often approached by clients in receipt of a winding up application in which a creditor relies upon the failure by the client to comply with the earlier creditor’s statutory demand; only to be told the client has a genuine dispute about the debt which underlies the creditors statutory demand.

In family law divorce can be a straightforward process particularly when parenting and property matters have already been finalised. However, divorces can become more complex when you don’t know where your spouse is and personal service seems impossible.

Selling a business can be one of the most significant financial transactions most entrepreneurs will undertake. From a seller's perspective, success depends on thorough preparation, strategic decision-making, and careful risk management throughout the process.

As a buyer, your primary concern is ensuring you get exactly what you're paying for – no nasty surprises, no hidden liabilities, and a smooth transition that preserves the business value you're acquiring. Here's what every prospective buyer needs to know about the purchase process.