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Join us for a coffee chat with property partner Marcus Ford and private client partner Scott Hay-Bartlem as we delve into Marcus’ background, explore his life outside work, and discuss what gets him excited about his work in this candid conversation.

In this edition of It depends, associate Sarah Camm talks about whether you have to go to mediation for your family provision application.

The protection of business reputation is crucial to any successful business, and often the commercial motivation behind registering a trade mark. But is reputation relevant to determining deceptive similarity in trade mark infringement cases? The High Court of Australia has clarified the position in a recent case.

The question of whether resource companies must adhere to a landowner’s biosecurity management plan has been a topic of significant legal scrutiny. This issue was recently examined by the Chief Justice of Queensland in the notable case of Lang v Westside Corporation Pty Ltd. Our comprehensive article delves into the legal intricacies and ramifications of this decision. Whether you are a landowner or a leaseholder, stay informed about your rights and obligations with expert insights from our experienced legal team.

CGW has successfully acted in an application to the Supreme Court of NSW, with an SMSF trustee found to be justified in paying a death benefit despite compliance issues and breach of trust.

Cooper Grace Ward is proud to have been announced as a winner in the Human Resources Director (HRD) magazine’s Service Provider Awards for 2024.

A party to a construction contract with an entitlement to claim damages for breach of contract may also be entitled to claim consequential loss.

Australasian Lawyer has announced the winners of the 5-Star Employer of Choice award for 2024 and Cooper Grace Ward is proud to have been included.

Who, what, where with administration assistant Mariah Zillmann. Hear how long she’s been at Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers, what she would be doing if she wasn’t working in law and what she loves about her job.

A recent Federal Court decision highlights the complexities surrounding de facto relationships when considering a person’s eligibility to receive superannuation death benefits.

In this edition of It depends, special counsel Carly Ashwood talks about the differences between not-for-profits and charities and why those differences matter.

The right to disconnect has now been introduced to Australian workplaces and there are practical steps employers can take to ensure compliance.