In 2009 Strata Title divisions ceased in South Australia. These divisions have effectively been replaced with Community Title divisions. What is the difference between Strata Title and Community Title divisions? Strata Title A Strata Unit is defined by structural divisions of a building (ie the inside lining of the wall, bottom of a ceiling), not […]
There is a common misconception that estate planning is just something that wealthy people need to do. Wrong. While anyone with a lot of assets and capital behind them certainly needs a comprehensive estate plan, it is also important that ordinary Australians have one too. “But I’m not worth much dead.” I hear you say. […]
At Welden & Coluccio Lawyers we are committed to our goal that sees us strive to become the most respected, innovative and distinguished estate planning firm in South Australia. Such a challenge has no hope of realisation without a conscious effort on our behalf to actively seek opportunities to engage with the legal community beyond […]
Just when you thought things were getting into something of a routine after the stresses and emotional turmoil of a separation and adjusting to new shared-parenting arrangements, the silly season is thrust upon you. In an effort to retain some semblance of peace as Christmas approaches, families in this situation are encouraged to consider the […]
Just for fun we thought we share this entertaining tidbit we recently unearthed. The article was featured in the local Port Augusta newspaper, The Transcontinental, in late 2004. Composed by then journalist and now local Adelaide comedian and founder of Grease Monkey Media; Jon Brooks, it offers a rare insight into Greg’s early years […]
“I haven’t spoken to my husband since the day he left the family home. That was five years ago. I’ve recently met someone and we’d like to get married. Problem is, I’m still married to my first husband . . . and I think he left the country. Can I still get a divorce even […]
In the not so distant past it was ‘normal’ for Aussies to partner off in their youth, marry in their early twenties and, as a couple, they would collectively develop a credit rating reflective of their shared financial habits. Whatever this was, couples copped this on the ‘collective chin’. However, with Australians taking longer to […]
The decision to go your separate ways can be a heart wrenching one, not least of all for any children involved in the split. In the midst of moving and legal dramas it is important for separating couples to consider carefully the process, the impact of this on your shared children and to develop a […]
Do you have a great idea for a business with a proven track record for success? You may wish to consider franchising your business idea. Franchising is, by definition, not actually a business. In fact, when you create a franchise you are actually selling a marketing idea for a business. This might include a framework […]
I went to school with a girl who changed her surname at least twice during the course of her time at primary school. What started out as a single name, Smith*, became Smith-Jones* when her mother remarried. Later, as I vaguely recall, the Smith bit disappeared and she added her mother’s maiden name Christianson*. Many […]