Lawfully Explained

Knocking on the door to borrow a hammer and laughs over weekend barbeques: for many of us, such friendly neighbour chats are as unrelatable as a soapie script. We are more likely to complain about an overgrown tree branch, or an ear-splitting renovation. What happens when an over-the-fence spat turns into a courtroom summons? 

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Declaring bankruptcy in movies is often pretty dramatic, so you might think that it means you’re hitting rock bottom. Lawfully Explained’s expert is here to explain how declaring bankruptcy sometimes is the thing that can set you free.

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‘No fault’ divorce means Australian courts will not consider why a marriage has ended: and statistically many once happy unions do. Our expert explains why divorce battles turn ugly, what is worth (and not worth) fighting over, and how you can navigate the Family Court to avoid post marriage messiness. 

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It might seem a simple case of putting forward your case: you’ve seen all the crime dramas on Netflix, you know how it works. But will a judge go easy on you (given you didn’t even go to law school) or yell at you? Will the real lawyers in the room let you look at their notes? And how often do self-represented defendants actually come out on top?

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One in two Australians own a pet and many of us consider them to be the most important member of the household. But can you keep a horse in a city studio apartment? Can a landlord demand a resume or reference check for your pet? And can a strata committee evict or ban a pet for no reason? Our expert explains your rights as a tenant or owner. 

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Why is everything measured in six-minute intervals and do you have to pay for your lawyer’s coffee break? And what does no-win, no fee actually mean? Our expert explains what exactly is a billable hour, eligibility for Legal Aid, and how to have a conversation about costs that is (mostly) free of awkward moments.

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It can sometimes seem like lawyers speak another language, but if you find yourself needing legal help, what good is that?  Lawfully explained is the podcast that does exactly what the title suggests - it explains the law! We take complex legal speak and break it down into simple, easy to understand language so that if you ever do find yourself needing a lawyer, or needing to understand your rights, you go into it informed and knowing what to expect.  No jargon, and no having to rely on ‘The Vibe’ like Darryl Kerrigan did in The Castle, just helpful, real information to get you better understanding the legal system. 

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