Video Articles

Have you ever wondered about the role of a body corporate, and whom you might need to speak to about certain issues? I’m Sophie Paras from Argon Law and in today I’ll explore three key roles that are often performed in relation to a body corporate. The first role is the Body Corporate Committee The […]

A lot has changed since the pandemic began, and many are finding solace in a move to the country. I’m Sophie Paras from Argon Law and in today’s video we’ll explore the GST farmland exemption. The farmland exemption has become more relevant in recent years with many buyers choosing to purchase rural residential blocks. Often […]

Are you approaching the end of a retail shop lease? Unsure of your obligations as a landlord or tenant? In Part 1, I discussed some of the steps involved where a lease contains an option. I’m Shaun Briffa from Argon Law, and today I’ll share what happens if your retail lease does not have an […]

Do you own or rent a retail shop? Are you fully aware of your obligations under the Retail Shop Leases Act? I’m Shaun Briffa from Argon Law, and today I’ll share part one of some often-forgotten provisions of the Act. Did you know that the Act requires the lessor to provide the lessee with written […]

If you’re like most people, you might only engage with a lawyer to create or update your will or transact a property. That said, with the business world changing and adapting at a faster rate than ever before, another area of law is thriving – litigation.  As consumers, we all interact routinely with corporations large […]

We’ve all seen the DIY will kits, or free Will templates online that claim to be a cheap and easy alternative to engaging a Solicitor to draft your Will. However, when you are not experienced at drafting Wills it is easy to make errors that have serious consequences for your Estate after you are gone. […]

Business succession. Here at Argon Law we like it, most business owners hate it. It’s true navigating all the options is tricky, but that’s where your lawyer and accountant can help. Of all of Australia’s family and private businesses, only a third have succession plans, which means a huge amount of business value is being […]

Aside from the purchase price are you aware of the other costs involved in buying a property? Transfer duty – In addition to the purchase price you will be required to pay transfer duty otherwise known as stamp duty. The amount of duty payable will depend on the purchase price and your current and future […]