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Validity of Agent's Appointment - Lessons from Yong Internationals v Gibbs 2011QCA 161

Lessons from Yong Internationals v Gibbs re agents commission

Paul Watkins, Senior Associate, at Kelly Legal discusses the implications for real estate agents of the case handed down by the Queensland Court of Appeal on 15 July 2011 denying an agent entitlement to a commission of $226K because the agent failed to complete a section of a PAMDA form.

> 2 Sep, 2011 ( 471.46 Kb )

ClearTitle Special Alert June 2011

Clear Title Special Alert June 2011

Changes to the first home transfer duty concession, abolition of the home transfer duty concession and introduction of the building boost payment.

> 7 Aug, 2011 ( 221.33 Kb )

Clear Title Autumn 2011

Clear Title Autumn 2011

Revisiting the basics about when a real estate agent is entitled to commission.

> 19 Jul, 2011 ( 72.64 Kb )

Clear Title Summer 2010-11

Clear Title Summer 2010-11

Following a summer of destruction, some useful insights into risk and insurance between the date of a contract and settlement.

> 19 Jul, 2011 ( 65.48 Kb )

Clear Title 2010 Summer

Clear Title Summer 2010

What are real estate agents required to disclose to a buyer?

> 20 Jul, 2011 ( 67.88 Kb )

Alzheimers Australia Presentation 21 September 2009

Alzheimers Australian presentation

Information about Powers of Attorney, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advanced Health Directives, Statutory Health Attorneys, Guardians and Administrators.

> 19 Jul, 2011 ( 64.18 Kb )

Presentation slides re Power of Attorney and Guardianship 21 September 2009

Presentation slides re Power of Attorney and Guardianship

Slides from a presentation on Powers of Attorney and Guardianship matters.

> 19 Jul, 2011 ( 83.15 Kb )

Presentation slides for public forum on dementia 21 September 2010

Presentation slides from public forum on dementia

Issues concerning dementia and Powers of Attorney and Wills.

> 19 Jul, 2011 ( 158.15 Kb )

Kelly Legal Update - Keswick Developments Pty Ltd - Legal Aspects

Kelly Legal Update - Keswick Developments Legal Aspects

This update discusses the key legal aspects fo the Keswick Island Development and is a useful guide for anyone considering purchasing or developing on the Island.

> 19 Jun, 2011 ( 60.33 Kb )

Kelly Legal Update - Ban the Banners

"Ban the Banners" - What Remains?

This update discusses the original "ban the banners" legislation, more recent updates and the impact of this legislation on building convenants and those involved in the property industry.

> 19 Jun, 2011 ( 49.91 Kb )

Kelly Legal Update - Legal Fundamentals - Planning and Development

Kelly Legal Update - Legal Fundamentals – Planning and Development

An overview of the evolution of Queensland planning law and current topical issues.

> 3 Aug, 2011 ( 197.52 Kb )

New Body Corporate Lot Entitlement Disclosure Changes under the BCCM Act - Seller Beware!

Body Corporate lot entitlement and disclosure changes

An overview of the recent changes to the Body Corporate and Community Management Act .

> 2 Sep, 2011 ( 646.59 Kb )

Powerpoint - Dementia Forum 2011

> 21 Sep, 2011 ( 37.06 MB )

Dementia Forum - Legal Update September 2011

> 27 Sep, 2011 ( 204.90 Kb )

Grants of probate

Introduction to grants of probate.

> 17 Nov, 2011 ( 441.27 Kb )

Enduring powers of attorney

Introduction to enduring powers of attorney.

> 17 Nov, 2011 ( 442.29 Kb )

Contractor\'s Seminar (Asset Protection Credit Control) - presentation slides

Contractor's Seminar (Asset Protection  Credit Control) - presentation slides

> 22 Jan, 2012 ( 201.82 Kb )

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I felt that I was kept well informed with my matter handled by Kelly Legal and would recommend the firm to others.

— Scott Tomlinson, West Mackay, July 2011

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Jane and Tina were the people who handled my matter.  They kept me up to date with what was happening and I was very happy with them.

— Trieste Kowalski, Sarina, June 2011

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If I needed to engage a solicitor tomorrow, the question I would ask is, "Are you as good as Kelly Legal?" I know Sean to be a good lawyer and he always explains himself very clearly as to the matter…

— Tony Irelandes, Mackay Coloured Co-Operative Society Ltd, May 2011

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Kelly Legal treated my matter with importance and were very efficient in all matters.  The professional manner of the staff was important to me.

— Warren & Cheryle Corbett, Mackay, October 2011

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I found Sean Kelly forthright and he steered me in the right direction with his experience.  He made me aware of the issues that may arise.  I would recommend Kelly Legal to others.

— Wayne, Bucasia, March 2011

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Sean was very on top of all our matters.  He kept us in the loop and always gave clear and simple explanations.

— Melissa Egan, Marian, October 2011

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I have always felt confident with my solicitor, Paul Kelly, who is always professional and treated me with courtesy.

— Beverley, Slade Point, March 2011

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Kelly Legal and Stephen Byrne kept me informed along the way and I felt like Stephen handled my matter with care.  I felt I could ring him whenever I needed and he was always willing to get back…

— Anne, Marian, March 2011

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Kelly Legal was easy to find.  We found the staff exceptionally pleasant and efficient.  In particular we like the frankness of Sean Kelly, who was dealing with our matter.  Overall…

— Carmel Lloyd, Calen, May 2011

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I was very satisfied with all the people at Kelly Legal that I dealt with. They were great, with a caring and confident manner. I would recommend them to others.

— Cheryl Murray, Slade Point, October 2011

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