Our Legal Services
Services
Our solicitor provides guidance and representation for various
legal matters, including disputes, contracts and compliance issues. We assist individuals and businesses with legal concerns, offering advice tailored to specific situations. Court representation may also be available, depending on the nature of the case.
Hynes & McCormack is electronic conveyancing accredited (ECA). The move to using digital processes minimises the amount of paperwork associated with property settlement. It allows lawyers, conveyancers and financial institutions to lodge documents and complete financial settlements electronically.
There’s no need to attend settlements in person and it also allows us to complete transfers, linked settlements, lodge and withdraw caveats or encumbrances in real-time.
We provide legal assistance involving bail applications, committal hearings, trial defence and plea bargaining. If required, we can provide support during police interviews and explain your rights.
For exceptionally complex matters, we may refer you to one of our law colleagues who may be better suited to your needs. If you have been charged with a crime or traffic offence, contact us today.
Creating a will allows you to document how you want your assets to be distributed. If you have concerns about potential disputes, seeking legal guidance can help ensure your will meets legal requirements. You will need to nominate an executor (someone who ensures your wishes are carried out). Often, it’s best to select someone who is not emotionally invested in your assets. Talk to us today about drawing up a will today.
This is becoming an ever-expanding part of legal practice. The law provides that if you feel you have not been adequately provided for in a will, you may have a right to claim a greater share. These are commonly called Family Provision Claims. If your need can be demonstrated, then you may have a claim. You need to seek advice promptly, as there is a 12-month time limit.
The validity of a will may be contested on certain grounds such as duress or the deceased not having capacity. You may be able to have the will declared null and void.
In some instances when a death occurs, in order for the person’s last wishes to be carried out, probate may be required. Probate (as defined in The Australian Commercial Dictionary) is the official grant of the court to an executor of the right to deal with the testator’s property. The executor proves the will and receives a grant of probate. In many instances a Grant of Probate is not required, but this will depend on the assets of the estate and the requirements of the financial institutions or banks.
Contact us today for any issues relating to wills and estate matters.
General Legal Services In Murwillumbah & Cabarita Beach
At Hynes & McCormack, we stand by our clients each step of the way, from providing practical advice to support throughout court appearances. We aim to clarify the often-complex world of legal jargon by communicating in plain English.
Our Tweed Coast solicitor, Peter McCormack, will assess your legal concerns and offer direction or representation where required. In highly complex cases, we may refer you to a nearby lawyer who could be better suited to your needs.
For further information or to discuss your legal concerns, please contact us today. We have offices in Murwillumbah and Cabarita Beach.
Give us a ring at (02) 6672 1333 to get started.
