practice areas
WILLS & ESTATES.
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A will addresses the distribution of your assets & the guardianship of your children when you pass away.
You also need Power of Attorney & Enduring Guardian documents, which appoint someone to handle your finance & health decisions while you are alive, but incapacitated.
It is important to make your wishes clear & together.
These three documents help to safeguard you & your family now - and into the future.
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After a loved one dies, a Grant of Probate is often needed to validate a will.
This document provides the executor of the estate permission to collect assets, pay debts & distribute assets to beneficiaries, as per the loved one's will.
At DLH Solicitors, we have created a streamlined process to help clients avoid any delays in executing a Probate document.
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A Letter of Administration is needed when a loved one dies without a will.
This document designates an administrator(s) to manage & distribute a deceased loved one’s assets & pay any debts.
Sometimes, a Letter of Administration is needed, even when there is a will.
Need help navigating this complex system?
DLH Solicitors has years of experience working with the courts to make settling a loved one’s estate stress-free.
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A Family Provision Claim is made when a family member/eligible person is unhappy with how assets have been dictated to be distributed in a will.
A family provision claim must be filed with the court within 12 months of the date of death.Sally & the DLH Solicitors’ team are here to help you through the process.
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Sally & the DLH Solicitors’ team are experts in guiding you through all elements of elder law, including guardianship tribunal matters or retirement village entry matters, including legal entry & contracts.
Unfortunately, aged care facilities come with a lot of complexities. From navigating the market, to choosing the right option & understanding the contract, DLH Solicitors can ensure clear provisions, so this stage of life remains as stress-free as possible.
family law.
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DLH Solicitors are experts in all areas of family law, including divorce, custody arrangements, division of assets & protection orders.
DLH Solicitors is committed to providing clear legal advice on all family law matters in an efficient & confidential manner.
CRIMINAL offences.
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If you have received a penalty notice or court attendance notice for a traffic offence, it is vital that you speak to an experienced traffic lawyer to discuss your options.
Traffic offences can result in a suspension of your licence, fines and in some cases, a criminal conviction. This can affect your ability to work & maintain your employment.
At DLH Solicitors, we appear in all traffic offences in NSW, including drug driving, drink driving, speeding, license suspension appeals & serious traffic matters.
Our team will guide you every step of the way to ensure you get the best outcome possible.
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Sally is an expert in a range of criminal law matters, including drug offences, assault, AVO, dishonesty matters, or firearm offences.
commercial & employment law.
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From hotels to service stations, wineries to car dealerships, hair salons to supermarkets, we have years of expertise in making sure that your business runs smoothly & that you can move forward with the next phase of your business plan.
Our experience includes:
Ensuring your business has a sound legal structure & protects the wealth you have built.
Advising & acting on a sale/purchase of a business, including due diligence & preparation of contracts.
Developing & implementing tax-effective succession planning strategies,
Advising on self-managed superannuation fund acquisitions to ensure your fund remains compliant.
Mediating commercial disputes that may arise in business in a cost-effective manner. These disputes may include issues with licensing of intellectual property, managing trade marks, defending IP infringement rights, contract & leasing disputes.
Negotiating & drafting share sale agreements, shareholders agreements, share buy-back & shareholder disputes.
Negotiating & drafting agreements for leases, retail, commercial & industrial leases and licences.
Advising on corporate governance & director duties.
Competition & consumer law & product safety.
Drafting trust deeds & corporate Powers of Attorneys.
Privacy regulation & drafting privacy policies & terms & conditions.
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At DLH Solicitors, we offer comprehensive employment law services to support your business.
Whether you need employment contracts, company car policies, social media guidelines, or a code of conduct, we can draft crucial documents tailored to your business’ needs.
From uniform policies to workplace regulations, we ensure your business is legally prepared and compliant.
CONVEYANCING.
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Looking for a Mudgee legal team to handle the paperwork for your next property sale or purchase?
DLH Solicitors are your friendly professionals in conveyancing.
The team are on-hand to guide you through the conveyancing process – from contract exchange right through to settlement, we’re here to simplify the legal steps around buying or selling your home.
Don’t trust your biggest asset – your home – to anyone but the experts.
Get in touch with DLH Solicitors to book your conveyancing appointment today…
DISPUTE RESOLUTION.
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At DLH Solicitors, we’re committed to the most efficient dispute resolution process.
Court isn’t always the answer - finding an alternative resolution pathway can help you get the outcome you need faster, more affordably & with less stress.
Our alternative dispute resolution services can provide the flexibility you need to set the schedule & pace of the process, helping to find a mutually satisfactory result.
At DLH Solicitors, we offer:
Mediation
Family Dispute Resolution
Arbitration
Negotiation
COLLABORATIVE LAW.
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Collaborative law is an option when court/mediation doesn’t quite fit the bill.
Collaborative law allows clients & their solicitors to agree to negotiate an outcome together, collaboratively working towards resolving issues without going to court.
Collaborative law enables clients to take responsibility for their issues & resolution. Negotiations are private & confidential & clients are assisted in reaching an agreement that meets their goals & priorities.
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This process allows clients to take responsibility for their issues & their resolution.
Clients retain control of the content of the matter, including the pace & cost of the process.
Clients personally understand all the implications of the matter & the options for a workable solution, while being able to put the legal issues into context with legal advice.
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A participation agreement is created - this states lawyers must withdraw if an application to determine the dispute is made to a court/tribunal.
This provision effectively focuses all the participants in the negotiation to work towards reaching a solution.
It removes the temptation for either the clients or their lawyers to go to court, strengthening their commitment to working together to achieve the clients’ goals.
Clients & their lawyers must engage in open, honest & transparent integrated decision-making during structured meetings.
The agenda for each meeting is pre-determined by the clients & their lawyers.
Between meetings the clients, their lawyers & other required professionals work co-operatively to ensure all information is available ahead of time. The lawyers also work with their respective clients to prepare them for each meeting & to debrief afterwards as required.