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In her latest article, Sarah Olley breaks down the essentials of loan agreements and the types of securities that can be put in place to protect both lenders and borrowers. From defining key elements within loan agreements along with exploring various securities to take to minimise risk, this comprehensive guide is a must-read for anyone navigating financial transactions - https://lnkd.in/g_kBvVNH

Entering a new significant romantic relationship without any form of legal protection or planning can indeed be risky. Whilst hope and optimism are important for any relationship, having practical legal measures in place can provide a sense of security and preparedness. Whilst the term 'Love Insurance' isn't a formal product offered by insurance companies, the safeguarding of a relationship is found in the way of a Binding Financial Agreement. In our latest Insights article, Jitesh Billimoria provides a detailed understanding into the importance of establishing a Binding Financial Agreement for those entering into a serious second or third relationship, how doing so can help create expectation surrounding financial matters between parties, and why those with a BFA already established may be required to update their documents depending on an individuals changing circumstances - https://lnkd.in/gi5RjRTA

Thank you to the Hearsay The Legal Podcast for featuring Patrick Hanrahan on the latest episode of the series. Check out the latest episode as Patrick discusses the importance for lawyers to also have a strong knowledge-base surrounding commercial operations (alongside their technical legal expertise) and how lawyers can also think like executive leaders, assisting in building businesses.

We are pleased to announce that Berkan Balaban in our Sydney office has been promoted to the role of Associate Director at JHK Legal. Berkan has made his presence felt across many of our teams in a short period time and has already contributed hugely to our finance and commercial practice areas, not only from a technical perspective, but very much also in a leadership, mentoring and management capacity. We are excited to welcome Berkan into this new role and looking forward to seeing these practice areas continue to grow and improve with his contribution. Congratulations again Berkan.

Recently, Natalie Smyth featured on the 'Finance This, Property That' podcast - presented by Dion Fernandes. Throughout the episode, each discussed the important legal components involved in the property purchase process, top tips when looking to purchase a property, and the common issues individuals can undertake in the home buying process. Check out a recent clip from the episode below:

We are excited to announce the recent promotions, effective from 1 July 2024, for several of our team members. In announcing these promotions, we highlight the tremendous achievement and growth by each in their roles over the past 12 months: Sydney | Mathew Zagby - promoted to Senior Associate Sydney | Alexander Demlakian - promoted to Associate Melbourne | Jasmine Lynch-Clay - promoted to Collections Officer Melbourne | Justine Baker - promoted to Senior Paralegal Congratulations to all these team members on their promotion.

We are delighted to announce the promotion of Natalie Smyth to the role of Legal Practitioner Director, effective from 1 July 2024. Natalie has been a vital part of our business since joining JHK Legal as Senior Associate in 2022, and her on-going progression to Associate Director, and now LPD in the subsequent has reaffirmed her building reputation as a leading Property lawyer. Working strategically with clients, staff, and industry associates, Natalie has demonstrated unwavering commitment to excellence - showcasing deep legal knowledge and industry experience, as well as outstanding leadership. In joining the Executive Leadership team, we are excited to be working with her in this new capacity. Congratulations Natalie!

As we enter towards the New Financial Year, many business owners are turning to new ways to effectively ensure they retain and reward quality staff within their business. For business owners & employers looking to implement Employee Share Scheme programs to specifically to assist in this area, there are number of considerations that need to be reviewed. Reach out to the JHK Legal team for a further discussion on Employee Share Schemes and the following employer points may be relevant to your business:

As the competition for talent continues to be major point for organisations of all sizes, many business owners are turning to new ways to effectively ensure they retain and reward quality staff within their business. One such way becoming more common in Australia is through Employee Share Schemes, which is now being seen as a popular strategy in keeping hold of key staff members, whilst also building for succession. In our latest Insights article, Sarah Jones provides a detailed background into what exactly is a Employee Share Scheme, and the considerations at both employer and employee level, ensuring it is the right approach for businesses and the individual - https://lnkd.in/gTnkvE7R

We are hiring - Litigation Paralegal, Brisbane. Our Litigation team is one of our leading core practice groups, delivering strategic and tailored legal advice supporting clients to navigate complex dispute scenarios. With our growing team, we are currently recruiting for an experienced Litigation Paralegal, with the role based in our Brisbane office. As a Litigation Paralegal, you will play a crucial role in supporting the team - working below a leading, industry-recognised Legal Practitioner Director and collaborating with our team of experienced lawyers. If you are an initiative-taking and dedicated paralegal professional looking for a new career move, we invite you to apply - https://lnkd.in/gZr_mX9K