When one thinks of law firms a few images spring to mind. Musty old books, polished hardwood floors, oversized mahogany desks and lawyers pigeon-holed in their own space across more than one floor (of what is often an old stately building). It is a set up that is generally conducive for solitary practices. That is, solicitors working on their own independently of one another. When Greg … [Read more...]
What Happens to my Home when I Die?
The ‘Great Australian Dream’ is well and truly alive with nearly 70 percent of Aussies living in a home they own outright or have mortgaged. With the family home being the largest asset that most of us will ever own, it is important to understand that the way this asset is registered can have implications for what forms part of your estate when you die. “But it is my house, I paid the … [Read more...]
Telstra Business Awards 2016 South Australian Finalist
Welden & Coluccio Lawyers is thrilled to announce our involvement 2016 Telstra Business Awards. As one of six finalists in the category "New Business Award", we are humbled to be vying for this honour with other start-up businesses, each demonstrating the very best that Adelaide has to offer in terms of entrepreneurial innovation. We look forward to the announcement of the winners of … [Read more...]
Wills Register: An Exciting Leap Forward
A question I get asked in almost every client meeting is whether there is any central registry for storing or locating Wills? The answer is no…well, sort of. Prior to the recent introduction of the Law Society of South Australia’s Will Register (a little more on that in a minute) there was no central registry to store or record the fact that someone has completed a Will in South … [Read more...]
The “Happily” Non-Legal Footy Summation: According to Jason
If you are reading this hoping to have some legal aspect of the AFL dealt with, I will apologise in advance. This blog is about sports. You see, perhaps the only thing that comes close to our passion about the law and Estate Planning, is our passion for sports. Especially Port Adelaide! 6 weeks into the season, and having just returned from watching Port v Richmond at the MCG, I thought now … [Read more...]
“The Law Society South Australia Pass Motion Condemning Outrageous Hike in Probate Fees”
Recently I wrote in relation to impending changes announced to Probate fees. These fees are as as described in the article "... so exorbitant there can be no other way to classify it other than the reintroduction of a death tax." You can read the article here. On 4th March 2016, The Law Society of South Australia passed a motion to the Members of the Legislative Council condemning these fees. … [Read more...]
Your Right to Know? Understanding the Role of Suppression Orders in the Salt Creek Investigation
Last week South Australians were horrified by the allegedly vicious attack on two young, female backpackers at Salt Creek in the state’s south. The attack has initiated one of the most restrictive suppression orders granted in recent legal history. Maddalena Romano explains exactly what this means and answers the question, is this appropriate considering the circumstances? What is a suppression … [Read more...]
Death Tax for Government: Blatant Revenue Raising
The Supreme Court (Probate Fees) Variation Regulations 2016 came into operation today, 4 February 2016, with effect from 28 February 2016. These fees have significantly increased the government fee payable by those admitting Wills to Probate. The fees are so exorbitant there can be no other way to classify it other than the reintroduction of a death tax. Probate: When someone dies with a … [Read more...]
Welden & Coluccio Lawyers Welcomes Joanna Diamantopoulos
With more than ten years experience in the field of Family Law, Joanna Diamantopoulos brings a wealth of knowledge to the firm along with a readiness to support and guide new and existing clients as they navigate the tricky terrain that is Family Law. Joanna Diamantopoulos was born in Adelaide and resides in the city’s Western suburbs. Having commenced her education at the local primary school, … [Read more...]
Welden & Coluccio Lawyers – 2015 Our Year in Review
With 2015 proving to be a massive year the team at Welden & Coluccio Lawyers have been paddling fast to keep pace. Fortunately for us, busy is just the way we like it. Here is just a snapshot of how our year unfolded. January We welcomed Michelle Moore to the team in the capacity of legal clerk. Celebrated the Tour Down Under in Prospect at the “Tourrific Street Party”, hosting … [Read more...]
