Client-centered: Protecting the Casual Worker: $50,000 Settlement for a PhD Academic Wrongfully Dismissed
Employment Dispute This matter concerned a PhD-qualified casual academic who had worked for a major Australian university for over 11 years — from 10 January 2014 to 17 July 2025 — as a Tutor and Sessional Lecturer in Computer Science and Information Technology. His earnings were consistent and substantial, averaging approximately $57,080 in FY23 and […]
Bold & concise: Settled in 12 Days: Capree Lawyers Resolves VCAT Possession Claim Before Injunction Hearing
What happened: Capree lawyers acted for tenant and the guarantor On 27 March 2026, the landlord issued a further default notice . On 6 May 2026, the landlord commenced a new VCAT proceeding (BP711/2026) against the tenant and the guarantor, seeking possession of the premises and other relief arising from the alleged failure to remedy […]
Capree Lawyers Successfully Defending a $166,774 Debt Recovery Claim in the County Court of Victoria
Case study 1: Our client, a Melbourne-based civil construction contractor, was served with a Writ and Statement of Claim in December 2025 by a major national debtor finance provider. The plaintiff claimed our client owed $166,774.19 in unpaid invoices, which it alleged had been assigned to it under a debtor finance facility with a subcontractor […]
Navigating the Digital Assets Framework 2026: The New Rules of Wealth for Australian Businesses
The “Wild West” era of cryptocurrency and digital assets in Australia is officially over. Following the Royal Assent of the Corporations Amendment (Digital Assets Framework) Act 2026, the regulatory gray area that defined the early days of Web3 has been replaced by a rigorous, formalized, and strictly enforced legal structure. Whether your business actively holds […]
Is Your Business Caught in Tranche 2? The Ultimate Guide to Australia’s New AML/CTF Deadlines
The landscape of financial compliance in Australia has just undergone its most significant transformation in a decade. For years, Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) laws primarily targeted banks, casinos, and massive financial institutions. That era is over. With the long-anticipated “Tranche 2” reforms now firmly in effect, the regulatory net has been cast much […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Statutory Demand Victoria
In the world of Australian business, statutory demands play a crucial role in debt recovery proceedings. These formal legal documents, issued under section 459E of the Corporations Act 2001, serve as a powerful tool for creditors seeking to recover outstanding debts from companies. However, the complexities of statutory demands can be daunting, leaving both creditors […]
Navigating Franchise Law: A Guide to Franchise Lawyers Melbourne
Franchising offers aspiring entrepreneurs a proven business model and the support of a well-known brand, making it an attractive option for starting a new business. Franchising has also become a swift route for business growth for entrepreneurs. However, the complexities of franchise agreements and regulations demand the expertise of seasoned professionals. In this blog, we […]
The Benefits of Hiring a Property Dispute Lawyers in Melbourne
Property disputes, though unfortunate, are a widespread occurrence with significant implications for various stakeholders. These conflicts can impact your time, finances, energy, business, and daily life. In such challenging situations, safeguarding your rights becomes paramount, regardless of your position in the dispute. Whether it involves a boundary disagreement, a breach of a tenancy agreement, or […]
Why Commercial Lease Lawyers in Melbourne Are Essential?
A commercial lease is an important legal document that sets out the rental terms and conditions between a landlord and a tenant. Therefore, it is crucial to understand the intricacies of commercial leases. However, the complexities of commercial leases can be daunting for even the most seasoned business people. This is where the expertise of […]