Ramsden Lawyers
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Ramsden Lawyers, founded by John Ramsden in 2003 on the Gold Coast, quickly became one of the leading law firms in the region. In 2019, the firm expanded to Sydney and in 2023, to Brisbane. Specialising in Commercial and Business Law, we have also developed expertise in insolvency, tax planning, restructuring, business migration, intellectual property, commercial litigation, family law, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and capital raising. Today, we focus on seven key practice areas: Commercial Law, Property Law, Migration Law, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Family Law, Wills & Estates, and Personal Injury Law. By organising into these specialised groups, we provide not only expert knowledge but also benefit from a shared knowledge base. At Ramsden Lawyers, we're committed to setting a new standard in legal practice by staying adaptable to the evolving needs of the business community. We believe in listening to our clients and providing tailored legal solutions to meet their needs.
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Child Support
As part of your obligations to maintain your child, you are required to cover your child’s expenses such as food, housing, clothing, activities and costs associated with schooling. These are the costs that the family law courts and the government consider to be reasonably required so that a child or children has the capacity to achieve their full potential.
Pre-separation Advice
Ramsden Lawyers understand the importance of discretely seeking confidential Family Law legal advice in contemplation of separation, even if you are not completely certain that you can or will go through with the separation. By educating yourself on your various entitlements (see Property Settlement), you will be in a far more favourable position when you begin to negotiate the terms of your property settlement and/or parenting arrangements. Contact our team of family lawyers for Pre-Separation Advice today.
Consent Orders
Consent orders are a highly recommended method of documenting parenting arrangements and property settlements, as they offer the highest protection for the parties. At Ramsden Lawyers our family lawyers will be able assist you in the best course for your personal situation.
Property Settlements
If you have experienced a relationship breakdown, there are several possible routes to settle property matters with your former partner. Commonly, parties will negotiate directly between themselves or engage lawyers to negotiate on their behalves. Once an agreement has been reached, parties will normally engage lawyers to draft a formal document that incorporates and details the terms of the agreement reached by the parties. To discuss your possible outcomes, please do not hesitate to contact our experienced team.
Mediation & Dispute Resolution
Attempting mediation or dispute resolution outside of court can be the most cost effective and least stressful pathway to finalising your parenting (and property) matters. At Ramsden Lawyers we can facilitate and/or refer you to the Gold Coast’s most experienced practitioners.
Consent Orders
Upon separation, you will need to consider parenting arrangements for children and/or the division of the matrimonial property pool. Consent Orders are the most highly recommended method of documenting parenting arrangements and property settlements, as they offer the highest protection for the parties. At Ramsden Lawyers our family lawyers will be able to assist you in the best course for your situation.
Same Sex Relationships
At Ramsden Lawyers we hold a number of family lawyers at our offices who practice in various areas of same-sex law for both gay and lesbian relationships. Our family lawyers maintain an up-to-date knowledge of the relevant legislation applicable to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (‘LGBTI’) individuals.
Spousal Maintenance
Under the Family Law Act, when your marriage ends, one party is liable to financially support the other party to the extent that they are reasonably able to do so if that other party is unable to adequately support themselves. If you would like to discuss your spousal maintenance entitlements or your responsibility to pay spousal maintenance, please contact us today.
De Facto Relationships
A de facto couple has the same rights as a married couple. Pursuant to family law a de facto relationship exists between a couple that is not married or related and that has lived together on a genuine domestic basis. This couple may be of the same or opposite sex. De facto relationships can exist between two people even if one of the parties is married or in a de facto relationship with another. If you are in a de facto relationship and would like to protect your entitlement moving forward, you might wish to enter into a binding financial agreement(what might be more commonly known as a cohabitation agreement).
Financial Agreements
Financial agreements are a means for couples (de facto or married) to opt out of the court’s jurisdiction to deal with financial matters (i.e. property settlements and spousal maintenance), and instead enter into a type of contract for the division of assets and spousal maintenance. For more information about documenting an agreement between you and your partner, please contact us today!
Residential Conveyancing
Whether this is your first time buying a property, or you are an experienced investor, we offer an unparalleled conveyancing service to suit your needs. We guide you through every step of the process and ensure you are made aware of important dates, as well as other key considerations. Our conveyancing team aims to take the stress out of your matter, providing you with a smooth property transaction through our unparalleled client focus.
Commercial Conveyancing
Our property lawyers are well versed in assisting clients who buy and sell commercial property. As these transactions often involve great complexity, it is important to have a team that can foresee potential issues which may arise from the outset. It is recommended that we review the contract before you sign so your rights are protected throughout the transaction.
Business Structuring
Our commercial lawyers understand that business structuring can be a daunting prospect at any stage in the business lifecycle. Our Gold Coast and Brisbane team can assist you in creating a corporate structure that maximises asset safety in order to facilitate aggressive expansion while managing risk.
Child Care Centres
Ramsden Lawyers has earned recognised specialist status in childcare law on the Gold Coast, having undertaken in excess of 100 transactions relating to childcare businesses and freehold sites. Our Child Care Centre Lawyers have expertise that range from business structuring and asset protection to tax minimisation advice and employment law amongst a host of other services on offer. If you have any questions or wish to schedule a consultation with our Gold Coast Property Law team today.
Property Law
Our property lawyers act for a wide range of Gold Coast and wider Queensland clients – from first home buyers to property developers undertaking complex mixed use projects. This diverse client base ensures we are equipped with knowledge in all areas of property law, so are well prepared to assist you with any enquiry.
Employment Law
Our employment lawyers have built up the very specific knowledge and experience required to advise clients on the nuances of employment law. We are skilled at advising both employees and employers on their rights and obligations.
Business Asset Protection
Our business lawyers are experts in advising on legal structures designed to protect assets both from creditors and unnecessary taxes. We assist a range of clients from individuals and small business owners to large corporate entities on implementing effective strategies to ensure their assets are secure. Our Gold Coast business lawyers also assist clients in establishing Binding Financial Agreements for the purposes of protecting assets of parties to a marriage or de facto relationship in the event of dissolution.
Business Transactions
Our commercial lawyers specialise in undertaking the transactional work associated with buying and selling a business. We pride ourselves on delivering clear legal advice in plain English, tailored to the exact nature of your unique obligations, risks and opportunities as a business whether you are operating from the buyer, seller or third party position.
Commercial Agreements
Ramsden Lawyers’ Gold Coast commercial lawyers are ready to provide their expertise and advisory services to business clients ranging from local start-ups to national corporations. We are experienced in providing guidance to businesses on all interactions with clients and suppliers and tailor commercial agreements to your unique circumstances and industry.
Wills
Ramsden Lawyers can assist with updating or making your new Will for you when your circumstances change. Our team will ensure your Will is drafted for your specific circumstances and correctly executed. We can also hold your Will and other testamentary documents in our secure safe custody system so your executor(s) can easily access them when needed.
Enduring Power of Attorney
An Enduring Power of Attorney (‘EPOA’) is a legal document that allows someone else to make certain decisions on your behalf in the event you are unable to make decisions for yourself or at a nominated time. You may lose the ability to make your own decisions through illness or accident either temporarily or on a permanent basis. Once you lose the ability to make decisions you are said to have lost “capacity”. Contact Ramsden Lawyers today for any assistance with your Enduring Power of Attorney.
Testamentary Trusts
A testamentary trust is a special type of trust established by a Will. It does not come into effect until after the death of the person making the Will, referred to as the “Testator”. Upon the death of the Testator, the property and assets of the deceased estate that the Testator wishes to leave to the trust are transferred to a trustee who holds on trust for the benefit of the trust’s beneficiaries. Testamentary trusts have considerable taxation and other financial planning advantages compared to a discretionary (family) trust or an estate with no trust structure.
Trust Disputes
Trust disputes can often be a very stressful and confusing experience. Unfortunately, due to the common use of trusts for various purposes, trust disputes are inevitable. If you are a conflicting beneficiary of a trust, an administrator trying to navigate the correct path or a trustee facing a legal claim, the litigation and dispute resolution team at Ramsden Lawyers are here to assist you in your dispute.
Partner Disputes
The most effective way to ensure that disagreements do not cause your partnership to deteriorate is to have well drafted partnership agreements in place at the commencement of your partnership. If your partnership agreement lacks clear direction on dispute resolution, Australian legislation such as the Partnership Act 1892 can aid in resolving your dispute. Our litigation lawyers can guide you in your partnership dispute.
Contract Disputes
Contracts form part of everyday life – from personal agreements to business transactions. Contractual disputes arise regularly and are often complex and misunderstood. Have you been a party to a contract that is the subject of a dispute? Are you not receiving what you are entitled to under a contract? It is important that you act in a timely manner as limitation periods exist in relation to some claims. Where litigation cannot be avoided, our team at Ramsden Lawyers have the expertise to run the process effectively and efficiently, keeping your costs in check. Contact our office today!
Business & Company Disputes
Companies face disputes on a regular basis; that’s the nature of business. The Litigation Team at Ramsden Lawyers are poised and ready to assist you in finding a practical and commercial resolution to any obstacle you may face so you can get back to what’s most important – building your business.
Shareholder Disputes
The most effective way to ensure that disagreements do not cause your shareholders to lose confidence in a business is to have a well drafted shareholder agreement in place at the commencement of a business or at the introduction of a shareholder’s investment. If a shareholder agreement lacks clear direction on dispute resolution, Australian legislation such as the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) can aid in resolving a dispute. Our litigation and dispute resolution team at Ramsden Lawyers can guide you through your shareholder dispute whether you are a plaintiff or defendant in the dispute.
Property Disputes
With the recent growth of Gold Coast’s infrastructure and economy, residential and commercial property disputes are a common occurrence. If you are currently in a residential or commercial property dispute, the litigation and dispute resolution team at Ramsden Lawyers are here to assist you in achieving your desired goal.
Public Liability Claim
Someone might be liable for an injury that did not occur on the road or that was not the fault of their employer. If someone owed a duty of care to you, and they breached their duty of care, then you may be entitled to bring a liability claim. In this instance you may be able to take out a Public Liability Claim.
Workers Compensation Lawyers
No one goes to work planning to get injured. However, when you are injured at work your life can be thrown into chaos. Work injuries can cause pain and suffering. They may impact your ability to work. You may require treatment to recover. Your future can be uncertain. Ramsden Lawyers Personal Injury team can give you advice, and guide you throughout your Workers Compensation Claims, to ensure that you receive the support you are entitled to under Queensland’s workers compensation regime.
Car Accident Lawyers
When you have a car accident your life can grind to a halt. Road accidents cause havoc. They cause pain and suffering. They may impact your ability to work. You may need treatment. Your future can be uncertain. Ramsden Lawyers can give you advice about your car accident claims options and legal rights to compensation.
Migration
Ramsden migration & immigration lawyers in Gold Coast, Sydney and Brisbane are able to assist in all matters relating to migrating to and remaining in Australia. Australian immigration law is complex and often difficult to navigate, particularly in the current climate. Our experienced immigration lawyers and migration agents have the skills and expertise to provide assistance to our clients to take the pressure off the process and to provide educated and concise advice with respect to any migration matter.
