HOLLOWAY JENKINS
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At HOLLOWAY JENKINS as a commitment of our service to you, we have experience in the following areas: family law property development residential conveyancing business transfers leasing commercial litigation debt recovery criminal law wills and estate planning deceased estate administration   FAMILY LAW The family law team at HOLLOWAY JENKINS includes an accredited specialist and other practitioners who have many years' experience in property and children’s issues. Our cases range from complex multi-million dollar property disputes and international child abduction/relocation cases, to finalising a consent arrangement with the agreement of both parties. We deal with property disputes for married and defacto couples.  Irrespective of how large or small your asset pool might seem, attempting to reach an agreement without the right advice and understanding the principles of family law can result in your losing a once-only opportunity to get it right the first time.  You owe it to yourself to get good, practical advice about your entitlements and a likely range of outcomes.  This will assist you achieve a fairer division.  In emotionally-charged times following separation, it can be difficult to make the best decisions about your future and that of children, without support, compassion and sensible advice from professionals who understand. We have a strong commitment to assisting parties negotiate the best outcome for them and, where applicable, their children. Significant amendments were made to the Family Law Act in July, 2006 which greatly affect parental responsibility and everything from the amount of time children spend with their separated parents to whether one parent may relocate after separation.  Separating parents must have good advice early in their separation to ensure they take into account their joint responsibilities towards their children.  It is our experience that parents who are informed are generally able to make better decisions about their family responsibilities and therefore reduce the likelihood of needing to bring their dispute before a court. Contact Wayne Holloway or Rachel Gillies to discuss your family law matters.   PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT Whether you are subdividing one lot to two or a residential unit development, we are able to assist you with all legal aspects of your proposed development.   RESIDENTIAL CONVEYANCING When you are selling or buying your residential property, you should always obtain legal advice before signing a contract. The excitement and/or stress of your real estate deal can sometimes distract you from the seriousness of the commitment you are about to make. We encourage you to contact us before you sign! We may then advise you on any foreseeable difficulties which may arise from your proposed contract and suggest amendments where appropriate.  Contact Maureen Bourdot or any of our solicitors for an obligation free quotation on our professional fees, outlays and our estimate of stamp duty payable on your purchase contract.   BUSINESS TRANSFERS If you are buying or selling your business, the contract of sale may be very complex. HOLLOWAY JENKINS can provide you with specific advice for your business transfer and assist with the preparation of contract through to completion of the transaction.   LEASING You may find yourself in the position of having to sign a lengthy lease document or be leasing your premises to a third party. Whatever the circumstances, you should seek legal advice on the drafting or terms of the lease to protect your interests.   COMMERCIAL LITIGATION Litigation is difficult, uncertain and time consuming. Commencing or participating in litigation without the right advice can be a costly decision. You should contact HOLLOWAY JENKINS for advice and information if you are being sued or have a claim you wish to pursue.      DEBT RECOVERY Your debtors can create cash-flow problems.  At HOLLOWAY JENKINS we vigorously pursue your outstanding debtors and offer practical assistance.    CRIMINAL LAW AND TRAFFIC MATTERS If you have been accused of a crime or breached a traffic regulation, contact HOLLOWAY JENKINS for assistance.  We can advise you on available defences or your likely penalty if you are entering a plea of guilty.   We have experience in many criminal matters and court appearances.  Contact us if ever the need arises.       WILLS AND ESTATE PLANNING Your Will gives you peace of mind. Knowing your assets are gifted to those you have chosen and that your estate will be administered by your choice of Executor is important.  We do not recommend ‘do-it-yourself’ Will kits as a simple mistake now could mean big problems (and cost to your estate) later.   As it is an important document, HOLLOWAY JENKINS will draft your Will to comply with legal requirements and give you advice on options.   We are able to store your Will in our safe custody facilities at no cost to you.  There is no obligation on your Executor to retain our firm after your death should they not wish to do so.   When you think about your estate planning you should also consider an Enduring Power of Attorney (“EPoA”) and/or an Advance Health Directive.  An EPoA allows you to appoint one or more persons to manage your financial and/or personal health matters either immediately (for financial matters) or a some time in the future (for example, upon your incapacity) and to limit those powers. A Health Directive gives you control to make decisions about your future health care.   Contact HOLLOWAY JENKINS for further information on Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney and Advance Health Directives.       DECEASED ESTATE ADMINISTRATION Whether your loved one died with or without a Will, there are very specific requirements as to distribution of estate assets to beneficiaries.  Contact HOLLOWAY JENKINS for advice on the most efficient means of distribution of estate assets.