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What happens if you die after exchanging contracts to sell a property, but before settlement? A recent NSW Supreme Court decision examines whether the gift in your will survives. Read more: tinyurl.com/ywtct93c #EstatePlanning #WillsAndEstates

Can AI make property law more efficient without compromising accuracy? Our latest article explores Gen AI in contract reviews, conveyancing and due diligence, and why legal oversight remains essential. Read more: tinyurl.com/5xh5duhr #PropertyLaw #LegalTech #GenerativeAI

Madison Marcus welcomes Jessica Lucich as Partner in our Investment Funds & Financial Services practice, strengthening our expertise across investment funds, ETFs and private capital. Read more: tinyurl.com/4xbeem2e #MadisonMarcus #FinancialServices

Can informal property joint ventures create fiduciary obligations? Gorkem Oksuz and Brad Marland examine Wang v Yu [2026] NSWSC 1254 and the risks for developers and investors. Read more: tinyurl.com/33szr2md #PropertyLaw #JointVentures #MadisonMarcus

Our Chief AI & Innovation Officer, Mark Monfort, joined the DECA delegation at Parliament House to share practical insights on AI sovereignty, governance and responsible adoption. Read more: tinyurl.com/9pxphz6v #AI #MadisonMarcus

The Federal Court has dismissed the Alucobond combustible cladding class action. Madison Marcus Partner Tim Sargeant examines the implications for manufacturer liability and building owners. Read more: tinyurl.com/mtbzzptx #CombustibleCladding #ConstructionLaw

A $3.8 million estate became the subject of Supreme Court proceedings over unclear wording in a DIY will. The Estate of Wade [2026] NSWSC 1225 highlights the risks of online will templates. Read more: tinyurl.com/b8jny3je #EstatePlanning #DIYWills

Can missed obligations cost someone their inheritance? Glass v Tsivis [2026] NSWSC 1166 highlights the risks of conditional gifts in wills and why late compliance may not be enough. Read more: tinyurl.com/4xkpyjhf #EstatePlanning #WillsAndEstates

Can an occupation certificate be issued without a modified construction certificate? The NSW Land and Environment Court considered this in Street of the Fishing Cat [2026] NSWLEC 1631. Michael Mantei explains the implications. Read more: tinyurl.com/365dsycs

Madison Marcus congratulates Daniel Ivers on his promotion to Senior Associate in our Commercial Litigation team, effective 1 October 2026. The promotion recognises his legal expertise, client commitment and growing leadership within the firm. Read the announcement: tinyurl.com/4y982mx5

What makes a successful property transaction? In Episode 2 of Beyond the Brief, Madison Marcus Partners Brad Marland and Yuqing Sui discuss investment risks, ownership structures, commercial decisions and AI in property law. Watch: youtube.com/watch?v=TXI0nJ0V…

2 years. 4 conciliations. 1 successful appeal. Led by Partner Paul Vergotis, Madison Marcus secured approval for an Old Guildford industrial site following a NSW Land and Environment Court appeal. Read more: tinyurl.com/ycx8kxdf #PlanningLaw #MadisonMarcus

Australia’s proposed discretionary trust tax changes have raised questions about testamentary trusts. Our latest article looks at the proposed exclusions and what they could mean when preparing or reviewing your will. Read more: tinyurl.com/5ayakpsf #EstatePlanning #TestamentaryTrusts

A CDC in as little as 10 days? We look at the NSW Housing Pattern Book pathway, eligibility requirements and when a conventional DA may still be the better option. Read more: tinyurl.com/2pmmtmj5 #NSWPlanning #Housing

What happens when a Family Court order is not followed? Our latest article looks at financial and property enforcement, parenting contraventions and the new National Enforcement List commencing 21 September 2026. Read more: tinyurl.com/dmmr7jh7 #FamilyLaw #CourtOrders

Retirement village law and aged care law regulate different relationships, but both can apply at the same time. Gorkem Oksuz and Brad Marland explain the key differences between the NSW and Commonwealth regimes. Read more: tinyurl.com/59r8vv9h #RetirementLiving #AgedCare #AgedCareLaw

What happens to your property and finances after separation? There’s no automatic formula for dividing assets and debts. Each property settlement depends on the circumstances of the relationship. Our latest article explains the key rules and time limits. Read more: tinyurl.com/ycbyfppn #FamilyLaw #PropertySettlement #Separation

Australia’s retail tenancy laws could be heading for significant reform. Gorkem Oksuz and Brad Marland examine Treasury’s consultation on harmonisation and what it could mean for landlords, tenants, developers and retailers. Read more: tinyurl.com/avban2ct #RetailLeasing #CommercialLeasing #PropertyLaw

Can a verbal promise about an inheritance be legally binding? In Mills v Dodds [2025] NSWSC 396, a promise to leave half an estate in return for providing care was found to be an enforceable contract. Our latest article examines the decision. Read more: tinyurl.com/y922hra2 #WillsAndEstates #EstatePlanning #EstateDisputes

Inherited a property and planning to sell? You may be eligible for a full or partial CGT exemption, depending on how the property was used and when it is sold. Our latest article explains the key rules, including the two-year disposal rule. Read more: tinyurl.com/4xt6a5nf #CapitalGainsTax #PropertyLaw #EstatePlanning