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SP Garrett Lawyers
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About Us
SP Garrett Lawyers has proudly served the Byron and Ballina communities since 1975, offering over 45 years of dependable legal experience. Our deep-rooted connection to the area provides us with a wealth of local knowledge and contacts, allowing us to effectively support both newcomers and long-standing residents. This local insight is particularly advantageous when navigating property purchases or initiating business ventures. Our firm is equipped to address a broad spectrum of legal needs. We cover Business and Commercial Law, Conveyancing and Property Law, and Building and Construction Law, alongside Business Purchase and Sale. Clients also benefit from our expertise in Family Law, Civil Disputes, Business Succession, as well as Powers of Attorney and Guardianship. Our approach is designed to cater to the multifaceted legal challenges you may face. In addition, our services extend to Probate and Deceased Estates, Retail and Commercial Leases, Wills and Estate Planning, and Workplace Relations and Employment Law. SP Garrett Lawyers is committed to protecting your interests with skill and dedication, guiding you through each stage of your legal journey with confidence and care.
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Commercial Law
SP Garrett Lawyers offers comprehensive expertise in the realm of business and commercial law, drawing on decades of experience to effectively address a diverse array of legal matters. Their proficiency covers everything from corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, to contractual negotiations and dispute resolution, ensuring clients receive thorough and practical legal guidance tailored to their unique business needs. The team at SP Garrett Lawyers is committed to providing strategic representation and insightful consultation. By understanding the intricacies of the Australian commercial landscape, they adeptly navigate complex legal frameworks to deliver results that align with clients’ business objectives. Clients can rely on SP Garrett Lawyers for advice that is both knowledgeable and pragmatic, aimed at advancing and protecting their commercial interests.
Estate Planning
SP Garrett Lawyers is committed to providing comprehensive legal guidance in estate planning and the management of deceased estates. Our experienced team assists clients in creating legally binding Wills and Testaments that effectively maximise family inheritance and minimise the likelihood of contestation. We provide strategic advice on estate and probate laws, helping clients to establish family and testamentary trusts, and offering counsel on the selection of executors and guardians. Furthermore, we ensure that our clients' wills and other important documents are securely stored, safeguarding their intentions. Additionally, SP Garrett Lawyers emphasizes the importance of preparing for potential future incapacity through the establishment of Power of Attorney and Guardianship documents. We offer thorough counsel in navigating the details of appointing trusted individuals to make financial, medical, and living arrangement decisions. Our focus extends to handling the intricate matters of probate and deceased estates, providing support and clarity through what can often be a trying time. Our commitment is to streamline the process, reducing the administrative burden and emotional strain on bereaved families.
Family Law
SP Garrett Lawyers offer comprehensive services in Family Law, understanding that these matters touch on the deeply personal elements of their clients' lives. With a practical and strategic approach, the firm combines compassionate advice with integrity, ensuring clients navigate their family-related legal issues with clarity and support. The team successfully handles a spectrum of cases, from routine matters to the most intricate disputes in the Family and Federal Circuit Courts of Australia. While skilled in litigation, SP Garrett Lawyers prioritise solutions that serve clients' best interests, often seeking to resolve issues outside of court. SP Garrett Lawyers extend their reach with the ability to represent clients across Australia and internationally in Australian proceedings, demonstrating their commitment to accommodating the diverse needs of their clientele. Their expertise spans a wide array of family law issues, including binding financial agreements, child-related matters, domestic violence orders, and complex cases involving property, financial, and parenting orders. They offer guidance for defacto and same-sex relationship agreements, ensuring all clients receive attentive and knowledgeable service tailored to their unique circumstances.
Property Law
SP Garrett Lawyers demonstrate a profound capability in conveyancing and property law, offering comprehensive support for various stages of New South Wales property transactions. Whether dealing with the purchase or sale of a residential home, unit, commercial real estate, or rural property, clients benefit from their expertise in real estate contract law. The firm's services extend to drafting and reviewing Contracts for Sale, managing auction contracts, and navigating purchases off-the-plan, ensuring every legal aspect of property transfer is meticulously handled. They provide invaluable guidance on cost appraisals encompassing stamp duty, GST, and pertinent disbursements, and offer insights into the tax implications associated with property transactions, including capital gains tax considerations pertinent to companies, self-managed superannuation funds, and trusts. In addition to transactional services, SP Garrett Lawyers skilfully address property title complexities – whether dealing with Torrens, strata, or crown titles – and guidance on property tenancy configurations. Their expertise covers statutory warranties, contract conditions, Section 66W Certificates, and the cooling-off period, offering thorough dispute resolution and litigation support when needed. They also engage with all commercial property concerns, from lease agreements to building contracts compliance with the Home Building Act 1989. The firm effectively liaises with financial institutions concerning deposit bonds, loans, and mortgages, while also providing first home buyers with appropriate guidance, including leveraging grants and advice on easements and covenants associated with title searches.
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- General Advice
- General Advice
- Deceased Estates
- Disputes
- General Advice
- Guardianship
- Power of Attorney
- Probate
- Wills and Estates
- Adoption
- Children's Law
- Divorce and Separation
- Enforcement Orders
- Financial Agreements
- General Advice
- Mediation
- Parenting and Child Support
- Property and Financial Settlement
- Provision Claims
- Relocation Orders
- Civil
- General Advice
- Conveyancing
- General Advice