Hicks Oakley Chessell Williams Lawyers have merged with the Malvern East law practice of John R Sharkie, Lawyers & Solicitors. John Sharkie and Brendan O'Keefe have both moved across to Hicks Oakley Chessell Williams and are based at our Mount Waverley Office. Read More
The Building Amendment (Cladding Rectification) Bill 2019 (Bill) was introduced into the Legislative Assembly by the Victorian State Government on 15 October 2019. The Bill introduces amendments to the Building Act 1993 (Principal Act) including but not limited to: Read More
The purpose of Retail Leases Act 2003 (Act) is to “enhance the certainty and fairness of retail leasing arrangements between landlords and tenants and the mechanisms available to resolve disputes concerning leases of retail premises”. One mechanism used to enhance that certainty and fairness is the requirement that certain information about the premises be disclosed to the tenant to ensure the tenant is aware of the implications of entering into a lease. Read More
The sale of your main residence (home) is generally exempt from Capital Gains Tax (CGT). If you pass away, your main residence may be sold by your executors or beneficiaries. This article outlines the main residence exemption for deceased estates and the ‘safe harbour’ for executors and beneficiaries to access the exemption where certain factors delay the sale. Read More
Many important documents are sent to registered offices. They often require prompt attention otherwise there could be serious consequences. Here are five things you need to do with your company's registered office address. Read More
Hicks Oakley Chessell Williams Lawyers congratulate Lachlan Vallance, Director & Principal Lawyer and Wills & Estates Accredited Specialist, for being listed in the 2019 Doyle's Guide. Lachlan is listed in the category of Leading Victorian Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer as well as in the category of Leading Victorian Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Lawyer for 2019. Read More