Category: Areas of Law

Anthony Malouf, a respected legal professional with decades of experience, has joined Madison Marcus as a Senior Partner. He brings deep expertise in family law, commercial law, and family office...

PROPERTY LAW Property law can be challenging, and it requires expert legal guidance. With property regulations and compliance becoming more complex, you need understanding and expertise to protect your interests...

REAL ESTATE AND DEVELOPMENT Real estate development is an integral part of the economy and pushes the growth of jobs and housing for communities. Just dealing with bricks and mortar,...

MERGERS, ACQUISITIONS AND CORPORATE Mergers and acquisitions are frequent corporate procedures to enable businesses to reach their strategic goals. Business ambitions and objectives can include greater growth, both market and...

JANUARY 2022  PART 1 – REGULATORY REFORM  ASIC 1. CRYPTO ASSETS  ASIC released Information paper 225 in August 2021 that details ASIC’s intention to update authorisation for Responsible Entities of...

Game, Set, Match. In the past week, we have all been captivated by the unprecedented standoff between international tennis superstar and Australian Open defending champion Novak Djokovic against the Australian...

The world of construction and infrastructure is very complex. If you need a construction lawyer in Australia, we, at Madison Marcus, can assist you. Call us now.

An immigration lawyer increases your chance of getting approved. If you want quality service in relation to immigration matters, contact us at Madison Marcus.

Finding your way through the petroleum law in Australia can be tedious. If you need legal assistance in relation to petrol law, contact us at Madison Marcus.

Do you need expert legal advice in property law? Madison Marcus has a wealth of legal experience. Call us and we will help you with our range of legal services.

Hiring a commercial lawyer is beneficial to your business. Read this article to know the things you should consider when looking for a commercial lawyer.

The Building Commissioner’s powers are extensive and are broadening under changes to the governing legislation.  Many builders and developers have already experienced a vigorous audit process after receiving Prohibition Orders. The...

  We are proud to announce that James Moir has been appointed as a Director at Madison Marcus. James leads the Strata Division of Madison Marcus and was admitted as a solicitor...

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While the COVID-19 situation in Sydney remains challenging, in welcome news, construction can resume on Saturday 31 July in Greater Sydney (including the Central Coast, Blue Mountains, Wollongong and Shellharbour)....

When selling property, the contract of sale typically dictates certain tasks that a vendor must undertake prior to settlement. In the recent matter of Namrood v Ebadeh-Ahvasi, the vendor was...

Immigration law is an incredibly rewarding area of law because we are often directly involved in matters that greatly impact the lives of the individuals and families we assist. We...

Some categories of visas require applicants to be outside of Australia at the time the visa is granted. The Immigration Department is aware that COVID-19 travel restrictions are affecting visa...

Western Sydney Airport forces rezoning of properties – where does this leave residents? In October 2020, the NSW Government rezoned all land surrounding the airport at Badgerys Creek. The rezoning...

We’re proud to be setting the benchmark in data protection by becoming the first law firm in Australia to partner with Secured Communications and sign up to their Mercury communication...

A Will is a legally binding document that sets forth your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets and the care of any dependents after you pass. A Will not...

Earlier this year, we reported on the New South Wales Government’s COVID-19 relief regulations for retail and other commercial tenants. Those regulations expired on 24 October 2020 but have been...

Last week, the Federal Government announced proposed changes to corporate insolvency laws designed to help boost the survival rate of small businesses. The proposed changes would take effect from 1...

Currently, nationwide travel restrictions remain in place, affecting thousands of people wishing to exit or enter Australia. A request for a ‘travel exemption’ is the only means by which some...

VICTORIA Victoria’s 2020-21 Business and Investor Visa nomination program (subclass 188 and 132) opened on 8 September 2020. To help the state’s economic recovery and health response to the pandemic,...

On 2 September 2020 the Australian Government announced two key changes to Australia’s immigration laws ­– a new priority skills list has been introduced and labour market testing requirements have...

The NSW Government has released a new practice standard for registered certifiers. The standard has been developed as part of the building regulation reforms spearheaded by the NSW Building Commissioner,...

Recently, there have been two new acts introduced in NSW that will have a considerable impact on the building and construction industry. Collectively known as ‘the Reforms’, these acts are:...

If a tenant breaches a lease for non-payment of rent, there is a fundamental breach which gives a landlord the right to terminate the lease and take possession of the...

In a response to Hong Kong’s new National Security Law, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has suspended the country’s extradition agreement, extended visas for the estimated 10,000 Hong Kong people...

The NSW Government has announced that between Monday, 15th June 2020 to Tuesday, 23rd June 2020, applicants will be able to directly apply for nomination under the subclass 491 visa.

An opinion piece prepared by our Global Mobility and Immigration specialists

With a view to encouraging the commencement of new home builds and renovations the Federal Government has announced a stimulus package named “HomeBuilder” which is available to eligible occupier-owners, including...

GOVERNMENT RELEASES THE NATIONAL PRINCIPLES FOR THE RESUMPTION OF SPORT AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES

Further to our recent article about our team’s big NCAT victory in having an owner fined for Airbnb letting and winning a costs order (click here to view), a recent...

What can Owners Corporations do about Airbnb and short-term letting?  The Madison Marcus Strata team recently had a big win in NCAT against an owner who was conducting Airbnb contrary...

NSW Parliament releases “Regulation of building standards, building quality and building disputes” final report. The final report of the Public Accountability Committee, “Regulation of building standards, building quality and building...

The Australian Government has made some variations to the Temporary Activities (Subclass 408) visa. In effect, a new stream has been developed to allow the visa holder to remain in...

New regulations have been enacted to reduce face-to-face contact and make it easier for people to stay home and reduce physical interactions while, still completing important transactions during the COVID-19...

Temporary changes to Australia’s Foreign Investment Framework have been enacted by the Federal Government, effective from 29 March 2020.

Administration of construction contracts is an important process for building contractors and sub-contractors in the life of a construction project.

Back in November, the NSW Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, highlighted four crucial areas of reform to the NSW planning system for 2020, including addressing the uncertainty of developer contributions to propel...

Our Strata team is constantly being asked about what types of meetings can be held during the Government restrictions brought about due to COVID-19. The Strata Regulations make allowances for...

In the current COVID-19 climate, with so many businesses facing hardship and insolvency, many businesses and individuals are looking for ways to recoup monies owed and keep their own businesses...

The NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Rob Stokes, has recently issued a number of Ministerial Orders in response to COVID-19 which effects the way planning and development will...

Banks build on the Small Business Relief package to ensure more businesses are given assistance through the coronavirus pandemic.

The NSW COVID-19 Small Business Support Grant of $10,000 will be available to eligible NSW small business owners.

As we foreshadowed last Friday, PM Scott Morrison has this afternoon announced the detail around the Commercial Tenancy Coronavirus Crisis Code of Practice following agreement of terms by the National...

The Government is making a number of changes to temporary visa holder arrangements during the coronavirus crisis in order to protect the health and livelihoods of Australians, support critical industries,...

The NSW Government announced today, 2 April 2020, that it has eased hours of work restrictions on construction sites, dark kitchens & food trucks.