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Enhance the firm’s efficiency and compliance with detailed resources on managing a legal practice, including a comprehensive staff handbook with policies and procedures the firm can adopt or modify.
Conveyancing and Property

Conveyancing and Property

These publications simplify real estate transactions, helping to keep the process smooth and efficient. They cover buying and selling property, and preparing and advising on mortgages and commercial leases.
Family Law

Family Law

Comprehensive and detailed commentaries and precedents for family law matters, including dissolution, relationship property agreements, relationship property division, and parenting arrangements.
Wills and Lifetime Planning

Wills and Lifetime Planning

Ensure effective estate planning with comprehensive guidance on wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
Estate Administration

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All aspects of estate administration are covered to ensure the efficient conduct of estate matters.
Employment Law

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This publication provides a full overview of employment law, including workplace disputes, for practitioners representing the employer or the employee.
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Enhance the firm’s efficiency and compliance with detailed resources on managing a legal practice, including a comprehensive staff handbook with policies and procedures the firm can adopt or modify.

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