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How to Protect Your Personal Assets as a Business Owner
The correct business structure and legal strategies can provide an extra degree of security, keeping your personal wealth apart from your company assets.
A Practical Guide to Commercial Lease Agreements in Queensland
The location, size, and terms of your lease shape everything from your day-to-day cash flow to your ability to adapt and grow. The agreement you sign can influence your flexibility, profitability, and long-term success.
How to Choose the Right Legal Partner for Your Real Estate Needs
Protecting your rights and interests at every stage, a skilled real estate solicitor not only manages the property transaction but also provides you with vital property legal advice. Expert legal advice can make all the difference, whether you’re buying your first home or building your property investment portfolio.
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Case Note: Trinity Place Investments Pty Ltd v Kealley [2024] QDC 77
In Trinity Place Investments Pty Ltd v Kealley [2024] QDC 77, the Queensland District Court examined whether a duplex cabin in a residential park qualifies as a 'manufactured home' under the Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Act 2003 (Qld). This determination affects whether the Act applies and whether the park owner must pursue termination through QCAT instead of the Court.
5-Star Employer of Choice for 2025
We’re proud to announce that Bradley & Bray Lawyers has been named one of Australasian Lawyer’s 5-Star Employers of Choice for 2025.
Who Inherits Your Super? Why a Binding Death Benefit Nomination Matters
Many people are surprised to learn that without a Binding Death Benefit Nomination (BDBN), your super fund decides who gets your balance… and it might not be who you expect.
The Importance of Legal Planning in Family-Owned Businesses
We’ve seen firsthand how effective legal frameworks can protect, grow, and transition family businesses. Here’s why legal planning is essential, and how to get it right.
Buying or Selling A Home? How to Time Your Move for a Smooth Settlement
When it comes to buying or selling a home, most people focus on price negotiations, buyer conditions, and the paperwork. But one of the most important, and often overlooked, steps is the move-out timeline.
7 Common Mistakes Executors Make and How to Avoid Them
We take charge of supporting all clients across Queensland to deal with the complexities of estate administration. Here are seven of the most common executor mistakes and several expert tips on how to avoid them.
Finalists in Australian Law Awards 2025 - Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year!
We’re thrilled to share that we’ve once again been named finalists in the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards, in the Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year category, an honour we also received in 2023 and 2024!
Renewing a Commercial Lease: Tips for a Smooth Negotiation Process
The lease renewal process is crucial for business continuity but can create various challenges for owners. Learn how to be prepared if you’re negotiating a lease extension agreement or exploring rental renewal agreements.
Traps in Commercial Leasing: What Queensland Tenants and Landlords Need to Know
In Queensland, while leases may seem straightforward, there are hidden traps that can lead to costly disputes or long-term issues. Understanding these common pitfalls can save time, money, and stress.
What Are Property Covenants?
When you're buying or developing property in Australia, it's important to understand any property covenants attached to the land.
Intestate Succession: What Happens When There’s No Will?
A dying intestate where the is estate will be distributed according to intestacy rules under Queensland law. Let us walk you through the process and help you understand what you must do.
Changes to Queensland Transfer Duty in 2025
From 1 May 2025, comprehensive reforms to Queensland's transfer duty will be in place. We explore what these changes mean and how to move forward as first-home buyers.
Efficiently Managing a Deceased Estate in Queensland
Understanding the estate administration process is essential to ensuring a timely and lawful resolution. In Queensland, several rules govern how a deceased estate is managed, what expenses can be claimed, and how to know when the estate is fully administered.
Future Legal Leaders Award
We are thrilled to announce that Bridie Edwards has been selected as one of the Future Legal Leaders 2025 by Australasian Lawyers!
Managing Debts in a Deceased Estate: What Executors Need to Know
When your loved one passes away, the duty of managing their estate falls to the executor, who needs to go through a complex process known as estate administration. As a deceased estate executor, learning to deal with these financial obligations is inarguably vital.
Legal Insights for First Home Buyers on the Sunshine Coast
Buying your first home is a hugely exciting step in life, but the buying process and legal aspects can be overwhelming. It’s important to have a basic understanding of the process, and ensure you’ve got the best team on your side when exploring the Sunshine Coast property market.
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