Knowledge

Bank Guarantees, Security Deposits and Commercial Leases

Charlotte Tully explores three main types of financial assurance: Security Deposit, Bank Guarantee and Personal Guarantee.

A Legal Legacy of Trust in Mining and Resources

Craig Hong reflects on Hillhouse’s work with companies in the Mining and Resources sector.

The challenges of managing and dismissing a long-term absent employee

Robert Lamb reviews the challenges of managing and dismissing workers on extended unpaid leave for illness or injury.

Legal retainers: Value and opportunity for mid-sized businesses

Robert Lamb explains why more businesses are seeking legal retainers and how these arrangements can prevent expensive legal issues from arising.

Expert Legal Advice – Why it Matters in Mining

Craig Hong discusses Hillhouse’s work with Cartledge Mining and Geotechnics.

What purchasers should be aware of when purchasing property in their self-managed super fund

Commercial Property Lawyer Charlotte Tully discusses what buyers should be aware of when using their self-managed super fund to buy property.

Recruitment ‘carrot’ for staff retention & acquisition

Robert Lamb discusses some of the key issues businesses are facing around staff retention and recruitment.

Casual Employees – an update for Employers dealing with, and hiring, casual employees

Robert Lamb discusses a Federal Court case that is providing more certainty to Employers when hiring casual employees.

Leadership: Regardless of the size of business, the issues are often the same. It’s just the scale that differs By Zac Herps

Zac Herps the Managing Director of Hillhouse Legal Partners gives an insight into dealing with business challenges and how to become a more effective leader.

International Work Requires an International Will

Robert Lamb discusses the importance of having an international Will that’s recognised overseas if you plan on moving or working abroad.

Why you need an Enduring Power of Attorney

Robert Lamb explains the importance of having an Enduring Power of Attorney as part of your Estate Plan.

The importance of a building and pest inspection clause when purchasing a house

Tracy Pratt discusses the importance of the building and pest inspection clause when purchasing a property.

Private lending: more than a handshake deal

Zac Herps discusses how to safely lend money to people you know and trust.

Thomas and Naaz v Chief Commissioner of State Revenue – what this recent court case means for you.

Ben Ryan and Erica Reed explore a recent payroll tax decision made in court.

Employee and Contractor Agreements

Robert Lamb and Caitlyn Wessels discuss the importance of accurate written agreements when engaging workers.