If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it’s to plan for the most unprecedented of circumstances, like falling ill, becoming disabled or even end of life. This week, Lucie Reichstein is joined by Mellor Olsson Senior Associate Siobhan Dawe to discuss the importance of preparing a Will and the consequences of not having one. Siobhan also explains what it means to appoint a Power of Attorney and how an Advance Care Directive will support your Wills and Estate planning. Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business advisors i ..read more

Mellor Olsson’s Solicitor Mia Chenoweth returns to Full Disclosure to provide insight into the steps the Court will consider when determining who gets what following the breakdown of a marriage or de-facto relationship. From asset division and evaluating if an adjustment is ‘just and equitable’ to reviewing respective contributions and each party’s individual future needs, this episode will provide you with the foundations required when settling property and finances after a separation. Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business ..read more

For many of us, our social media accounts play a big part in our life, but what happens to our digital presence after we die? Solicitor Nick Coutts talks with Lucie Reichstein about what happens to our digital legacy and why your wishes should be included in your will and estate planning.  Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business advisors in South Australia. It is produced by Mellor Olsson, a full-service South Australian law firm.  Be sure to follow Mellor Olsson Lawyers on Facebook @mellorolsson or head to mol ..read more

Risks are a leading cause for keeping business owners and directors awake at night, imagining every possible scenario and its consequences on the future of a business.    Lucie Reichstein is joined by Mellor Olsson Partner Joanna Andrew in this week's episode to discuss what risk management is, the common types of risk in business, from financial and people to governance and organisational, and how businesses should approach implementing it into their governance.    Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business ..read more

Mellor Olsson Partner and employment and workplace lawyer John Love returns to Full Disclosure to talk about the employment life cycle from recruitment to exit and everything in between. John provides South Australian employers with foundation information on an employer's rights and responsibilities at all stages of the employment life cycle, guided by the National Employment Standards. Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business advisors in South Australia. It is produced by Mellor Olsson, a full-service South Australian law fir ..read more

The COVID-19 pandemic forced many businesses to seriously consider flexible working arrangements for the first time. After almost three years, working from home has now become the norm for many. So what do businesses need to consider when employees request flexible working arrangements?   In this week's episode, listen to Mellor Olsson Partner and employment and workplace lawyer John Love talk with host Lucie Reichstein about an employer’s obligations when responding to flexible working arrangement requests and what employers need to consider when granting or denying a request.   Ful ..read more

Did you know that people over the age of 18 are able to be adopted in certain circumstances? Mellor Olsson Family Lawyer, Eva Bailey sits down with Lucie Reichstein to discuss adult adoption laws in South Australia. Eva sheds light on the legal definition of adult adoption, who might be eligible to apply and what the next steps are for those wanting to recognise a caregiver legally.  Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business advisors in South Australia. It is produced by Mellor Olsson, a full-service South Australian law f ..read more

This week, our host Lucie Reichstein is joined by Mellor Olsson Partner John Love to discuss impending employment law changes proposed to be made by the new State and Federal Labor governments. From wage theft and job security to implementing all of the recommendations arising from the Respect@Work report, John provides insightful commentary on the proposals and the impact they may have on South Australian business owners.   Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and busine ..read more

This week, host Lucie Reichstein sits down with Catherine Leis, Senior Associate at Mellor Olsson, to discuss what constitutes a de facto relationship and why it’s important to understand if you are in one or not. Catherine also talks about three factors the Court will consider for the division of relationship assets if a de factor relationship breaks down. Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business advisors in South Australia. It is produced by Mellor Olsson, a full-service South Australian law firm. Be sure to follow Mellor Ol ..read more

Joanna Andrew joins us on Full Disclosure this week to explain what constitutes as medical negligence, beyond an unfortunate adverse patient outcome that is unrelated to a doctor’s competency. Joanna and Lucie Reichstein discuss the common negligent scenarios that arise and the options available to a patient. Full Disclosure is a Podcast providing legal information and updates to individuals, businesses and business advisors in South Australia. It is produced by Mellor Olsson, a full-service South Australian law firm. Be sure to follow Mellor Olsson Lawyers on Facebook @mellorolsson or head to ..read more