3 solutions helping conveyancers to differentiate their firms
It’s been a big year, and we’re only halfway. Now is the time to look forward and think about what you can do to differentiate your firm from others. What strengths does your firm possess…
Australian Government and private sector hit by massive cyber attack. 2 ways to protect your firm
On June 19, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced a major cyber attack is targeting “Australian organisations across a range of sectors, including all levels of government, industry, political organisations, education, health, essential service providers…
Victoria mandates probate must be e-filed from July 1
Earlier this year, the Supreme Court of Victoria announced that it had postponed the launch of its eFiling system, RedCrest-Probate, as a result of COVID-19. The launch was set back to 1 July 2020. “From…
The future lawyer
Recently, the Australian Financial Review shared that the lawyer of the future will do more than just law. “The lawyer of the future will not only provide legal advice but also be a business adviser…
Future-proof your firm: The technology supporting your firm to adapt to recent regulatory updates and new recommendations
In light of COVID-19, the legal profession in Australia has experienced significant change as ways we have always done work have been challenged. Social distancing and the restriction of face to face meetings has meant…
QLD passes regulation to allow witnessing of signed documentation via video link
Good news for lawyers in the sunshine state as “The Queensland Parliament has now passed regulations allowing for Wills and enduring documents (including enduring powers of attorney and advance health directives) to be witnessed via…
ARNECC recommends Cyber Security Training for firms
Earlier this year, ARNECC released updated Model Participation Rules, one of which covered Cyber Security Training for lawyers. Model Participation Rule 7.2 outlines that ARNECC conducted a security review and cyber security awareness training was…
New updates provide clarity on electronic signature usage
On May 6, the Federal Treasurer issued a legislative update allowing company officers to sign documents electronically. These changes will be valid for six months and do not apply to foreign companies and other entities…
5 methods to support your clients and future-proof your firm in a post pandemic world
In these unprecedented times it is challenging to know what happens next and what to expect. Will social distancing and self isolation go on much longer? When COVID-19 has passed, will my firm recover? These…
Executing NSW paper land dealings and instruments during the COVID-19 pandemic
Restrictions imposed in response to COVID-19 have made it difficult to prepare, sign and witness paper land dealings. All land dealings involve a combination of steps, including: verification of identity, establishing the right to deal;…