Lawyers Notes

Legal Insights & Resources for Business & Individuals

Welcome to our lawyer’s notes - bite-sized pieces of simple legal know-how, straight from Law Team’s desk.  

Erin Vassallo Erin Vassallo

Queensland’s Stamp Duty Exemption (May 2025)

From 1 May 2025, Queensland has introduced a significant change to its property tax system, offering substantial savings for first-time home buyers. This move aims to make homeownership more accessible and reduce the financial barriers for those entering the property market.

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Ashen Naveendra Ashen Naveendra

Protecting Kids in the Digital Age

With algorithms constantly bombarding us with content, social media has become a challenge for both children and adults. However, many parents, educators, and lawmakers have expressed concerns about the growing risks posed by social media for underage children. As of 10 December 2025, Australia has taken a step towards safer online spaces for children by banning social media for kids under 16, as enforced by the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Act 2024. 

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Erin Vassallo Erin Vassallo

BNPL Is Changing—Is Your Business Ready?

Australia is moving towards more tightly regulated Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services, bringing them closer in line with traditional credit products such as credit cards. If your business offers or relies on BNPL services, these changes may directly affect your operations and compliance obligations.

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Erin Vassallo Erin Vassallo

How to Own Your Brand Voice (Legally)

A unique brand voice is a valuable business asset. It shapes how customers see and interact with your brand in a crowded market. Some businesses have mastered the art of creating a distinct brand voice by communicating consistently and authentically across multiple platforms. 

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Erin Vassallo Erin Vassallo

All About Redundancy

Redundancy occurs when an employee's job is no longer needed, and the employer decides that the job should not be performed by anyone. This situation can arise for various reasons, such as business downturns, technological changes, or restructuring for efficiency.

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Erin Vassallo Erin Vassallo

Know Your Rights: Intellectual Property 101

Whether you are a tech startup, a real estate developer, or a creative entrepreneur, your business has Intellectual Property (IP). Your unique IP sets you apart in the market, and it is worth protecting.

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Erin Vassallo Erin Vassallo

5 Proactive Property Negotiation Hacks

A good negotiation strategy will bring you closer to buying your dream property. Here are five proactive strategies from our property law team to help you negotiate with confidence and secure a better deal.

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