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Since 1882 Robertson Hyetts has been recognised as one of regional Victoria’s most respected firms. Our solicitors and specialists prepare articles to offer insights into how changes in the law may affect you.
Our articles detail legal matters as they relate to our business and private clients on a variety of subjects:
Estate Disputes
If you feel like you have been left out of a Will, or haven’t been left a fair share, you may be eligible to make a claim for an additional share out of the estate. This is generally referred to as a “Part IV” or...
Property Law Update: Electronic Signing of Leases and Mortgages During COVID-19
Social distancing measures during the COVID-19 pandemic have posed challenges for individuals and businesses needing to execute important legal documents. The legal formalities required for the execution of a document often require the...
When should I include a trust in my Will?
Trusts can be adapted to a variety of situations when preparing Wills, says Trent McGregor, Associate and estate planning specialist with Robertson Hyetts Solicitors and Conveyancers. Described very simply, a trust is a way of giving...
Q&A with Trent McGregor, Wills & Estates Lawyer
Are you still open for business? Yes, and we’re seeing a surge in enquiries via our website and by telephone about Wills and Powers of Attorney. I think a lot of people are taking the opportunity to work through their ‘boring...
Conveyancing made easy
At Robertson Hyetts, we’re all about making your property, leasing and land development transactions as easy as possible. With the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic and the associated health recommendations our adoption of...
New COVID-19 Commercial Leases and Licenses Regulations
As you may be aware, the COVID-19 Omnibus (Emergency Measures) (Commercial Leases and Licenses) Regulations 2020 were passed on 1 May 2020 which provide a framework for commercial landlords and tenants if rent relief is required....
Talking COVID 19 – Navigating Employment Law Challenges
On 5 May I had the opportunity to present a webinar for the City of Greater Bendigo and BE.Bendigo, talking about employment law challenges during COVID-19. I enjoyed sharing my thoughts on how businesses can work within the employment...
Guide to estate administration and acting as an executor or estate administrator
Dealing with the estate administration process can be a difficult time, especially after the recent loss of a loved one. Robertson Hyetts can guide you through the process and procedures if you have been nominated to administer the...
Can I buy, sell, lease or otherwise deal with property during this time?
We’re still within the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but you can still buy, sell, lease or otherwise deal with property during this time. The government has pressed the pause button on group physical inspections and auctions but...
COVID 19 Update
Robertson Hyetts Solicitors remains open for business and we are committed to providing advice and support to new and existing clients throughout this challenging time. We are continuing to work on all new and existing matters and are...
JobKeeper Payments – a welcome relief for businesses
The Federal Government yesterday passed the Coronavirus Economic Response Package (Payments and Benefits) Act 2020 to enable the JobKeeper wage subsidy to be paid to eligible businesses. It also made amendments to the Fair Work Act...
Property Law Q&A with Anna Doughan
Anna Doughan, Property and Commercial Lawyer at Robertson Hyetts, answers some important questions asked before buying or selling property. What new disclosure obligations do Vendors have when selling a property? The Sale of Land...
The Impact of COVID-19 on Retail Leases and Employment Law
The Impact of COVID-19 on Retail Leases and Employment Law – A Guide for Tenants, Landlords and Employers As the Government and banks have now announced a number of relief measures available to small businesses affected by the...
Have you thought about your Farm Succession Plan yet?
Farm Succession planning ensures wealth is passed to the next generation – during life or after death. There are three key reasons why farming businesses need to consider estate planning. Firstly, farms are often made up of assets like...
Contesting a Will
Kayla Kristensen, Dispute Resolution Lawyer at Robertson Hyetts, answers the most common questions asked before contesting a Will. Q. Who can challenge the distribution of an estate under a Will? A. A claim for a share, or a...
Understanding Unfair Dismissals
Unfair dismissal is when an employee is dismissed from their job in way that is deemed to be harsh, unjust or unreasonable. In order to be protected from unfair dismissal and eligible to make a claim to the Fair Work Commission, an...
Discretionary Trusts to be automatically deemed foreign trusts
The State Revenue Office of Victoria (SRO) has recently announced that from 1 March 2020 it will no longer apply its current ‘practical approach’ to determine if a family or discretionary trust is a foreign trust. This new...
Employing Staff – 5 tips for Small Business Owners
Employing Staff – 5 tips for Small Business Owners I really admire people who have the passion, drive and motivation to start up a business from scratch. One of my good friends has started her own business and I couldn’t be...
New conveyancer boosts Robertson Hyetts property law capabilities
Local firm, Robertson Hyetts, has boosted its property law capabilities in Castlemaine with the appointment of experienced conveyancer Leanne Laracy, who joined the firm on the 20th of January 2020. Leanne’s appointment will build on...
5 top tips for updating your Will before you travel
Not long now until holiday season is in full swing. If you’re travelling you’ve most likely arranged your passport, flights, travel insurance…..but have you made or updated your Will? Not to put a dampener on the excitement that comes...
Special Counsel John Wellington joins Robertson Hyetts in the Castlemaine community
Robertson Hyetts Solicitors welcomes a new solicitor and leader to its Castlemaine Office. John Wellington, Special Counsel Business and Property, is an experienced lawyer living in Castlemaine. He will be assisting clients with their...
Mount Alexander Seniors Festival
Trent McGregor & Vesna Pocuca, Associates at Robertson Hyetts Solicitors, will be at the Mount Alexander Seniors Festival on Saturday the 5th & Sunday the 6th of October. Come and talk to Trent & Vesna to discuss all things...
What is a Section 32 Statement?
A Section 32 Statement, or Vendor Statement, is a legal document originating from Section 32 of the Sale of Land Act, which requires vendors to disclose certain information to prospective purchasers before a contract of sale is signed....
Robertson Hyetts Solicitors Prize – La Trobe University
The Robertson Hyetts Solicitors Prize is awarded to a La Trobe University student in the Bendigo Law Program in the final year of their degree who has demonstrated academic excellence and an exemplary commitment to rural and/or...
Employment Law Fundamentals
Robertson Hyetts is a proud supporter of the Bendigo Regional HR Network. At their latest event, Katherine Hietbrink, Employment Lawyer and HR Manager at Robertson Hyetts Solicitors, discussed some of the key pieces of legislation and...
Minimum Wage Set to Rise
Today the Fair Work Commission handed down its decision to increase the national minimum wage by 3%. This follows an increase of 3.5% last year. When the Fair Work Commission decides to increase the minimum wage from 1 July each year,...
