Managing Estates Where Property Is Outside Western Australia – The Resealing Process
Re‑sealing is the process by which the Supreme Court of Western Australia formally recognises a Grant issued by a court in another jurisdiction. Once re‑sealed, the original Grant has the same force and effect as if it had been granted in Western Australia, allowing the executor or administrator to deal with assets situated in Western Australia without obtaining a new Grant.
When is a Direction an “Award”? A Key Question in Fremantle Port Authority
On 28 August 2025, His Honour Justice Lundberg handed down an interesting judgement arriving from a valuation arbitration.
Why a 2025 Patent Case is a Must-Read on Split Decisions and Judicial Precedent
On 16 September 2025, The Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia delivered a very interesting judgment in the matter of Aristocrat Technologies Australia Pty Ltd v Commissioner of Patents [2025] FCAFC 131.
Evidence Bill 2005
This article discusses the Evidence Bill 2025, a significant legislative reform by the Western Australian Government.
Receipt of SOPA Claims by Email – Ignorance is not Bliss
Service of SOPA Payment Claims By Email: Claire Rewais and Osama Rewais t/as McVitty Grove v BPB Earthmoving Pty Ltd [2025] NSWCA 103 [Rewais v BPB]
Retiring or Replaced Trustees Need to Protect Themselves
In light of the High Court of Australia’s recent decision in Naaman v Jaken [2025] HCA 1, we have summarised the key findings regarding a former trustee’s right to indemnity after the appointment of a successor trustee. This case note breaks down the High Court’s view on the implications of trust administration, together with discussing trustees’ rights more generally.
Iplex Confusion
For homeowners afflicted by water leaks attributed to the Iplex ”Pro-Fit” pipes, the legal landscape surrounding these defects is as complex as it can get.
Are your Payment Claims SOPA Compliant?
As we kickstart 2025, here is a timely reminder to ensure your payment claims comply with the provisions of the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 (WA) (SOPA) in order to preserve your right to adjudicate a claim, should a dispute arise down the track.
SOPA Not So Super?
As the Building and Construction Industry (Security of Payment) Act 2021 (“SOPA”) continues in its infancy alongside the Constructions Contracts Act 2004, there remains questions as to how effective SOPA is in resolving payment disputes in a quick manner.
Two Percenters & the Intransigent Opponent
While the vast majority of cases settle before trial, even the most well-prepared cases can face an intransigent opponent. This blog post explores a recent Supreme Court of Western Australia case where Solomon Brothers successfully navigated a complex insurance dispute. The case highlights the importance of strategic litigation and expert representation in achieving a successful outcome.
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