I have previously written in one of my newsletters about the many reasons why a will should always be prepared so that your wishes after your death in regards to your wealth distribution can be expressed.
As indicated previously, the absence of a will means that the distribution of your estate...
Dear friends
I have prepared a video discussing children issues and how they are dealt with in the family courts.
Please have a look at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oC3n9_Dc3PQ
Do give us a call at 92212888 if you are experiencing children issues....
Dear friends,
Family law issues regarding children are very emotional and complex.
Once you have a child with your partner, you are stuck together to make decisions which are in the best interest of the child.
However, emotions get in the way and some parents are not able to see what is in...
Dear friends and clients,
Thanks for supporting me again this year for the 9th year running.
I am humbled by the support given by so many of my friends and clients.
Through all your generosity, WA’s 63 CEOs raised $514,478.
Australia wide, the 1438 CEOs raised $6,392,426.
I was ranked 4th in WA and...
A guide to issues a buyer should be aware of and the tasks they should perform prior to settling a business purchase.
It is very important that the proper procedures are followed when buying a business, in order to protect both you and the seller.
The following are some useful information in...
Dear readers
Yes, this is our 4th year of sponsoring the An Yu and Tan and Tan Lawyers Family Cup. It is to foster family bonding through badminton.
We just sponsored the Tan and Tan Lawyers 6th Golf Tournament last weekend. Now we are looking at the badminton tournament for parents and...
Tan and Tan Lawyers provides law seminars for the Korean community in WA. Our latest law seminar was held at the South Perth Library on Wednesday, 12 April 2017 and covered the following topics:
Starting a Business; and
Commercial Tenancy Agreements
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZhjbSuNnsY
...
Dear friends
Tan and Tan Lawyers and An Yu Badminton Academy have decided to sponsor a new tournament. The other sponsors are Jooyyume Sports Training and Wang Zheng Badminton Academy. The event is a team tournament. The age groups are Under 15s, Open and Over 45s. Please come and take the...
Buying a House
Strata Titles in WA
Focus On Law
Buying a House
This will usually be the singular most important decision in a person's life if you disregard marriage. I have seen too many clients get into trouble because they did not consider carefully their...
In this podcast, Raymond goes through the issues considered by the courts in a divorce ands property settlement case.
https://www.tanandtanlawyers.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Perth_Asian_Lawyer_Podcast_-_Ep1_Family_Law.mp3...
Whether you are an employee or an employer, one of the main concerns about life nowadays is superannuation. We are constantly being reminded by financial advisors that baby boomers need to look after themselves when they retire. The news gets even bleaker when you consider how a marriage break up...
Dear readers,
I have to confess, I have been slack in my legal blog lately.
So, I thought I should make a change this new year.
The Tan and Tan Lawyers website is going through an update and should be up in 2 week's time.
The practice has been going well with the added...
You may have the best business in the world but if your clients are not paying your bills, your business will not survive. The old saying goes, cash is best. However if you have to give credit, there are a few things that should be remembered to protect yourself.
Things to...
Are you sure you want to sign that guarantee?
What is a Guarantee? What happens if you sign on that dotted line on behalf of your family or friends?
A guarantee is a contract whereby one person agrees with another to pay some debt or perform some act or duty owed by...
Am I Really Liable Because I Signed That Offer?
Contracts - What is an Offer and what is an Acceptance
Countless cases have been reported in law books in respect of this very basic but crucial legal question.
The question is "When is a contract formed?"
Essentially, a contract is formed when an offer...
What is Spam?
Spam is referred as "unsolicited commercial electronic messaging" in the newly enacted Spam Act 2003 (the "Act").
Firstly, if the message is sent without prior consent, then it is considered as unsolicited.
Secondly, the message must be of a commercial nature.
Finally, "electronic messaging" doesn’t only mean junk emails; it also...
The Law Society of Western Australia's Quality Practice Standard
As part of Tan and Tan Lawyer's corporate aim of constantly evolving and improving, we have been awarded a Quality Practice Standard accreditation on 17 August 2010.
The Law Society of Western Australia developed the Quality Practice Standard to recognise WA...
Dear readers
It is on again and this time at Armadale. Tan and Tan Lawyers are proud to sponsor this annual junior badminton event.
Come and see the top WA juniors in Perth compete in this annual event. ...
[caption id="attachment_4790" align="alignnone" width="1200"] My traditional lambshanks and glass of wine before braving the wind as a homeless lawyer.[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_4791" align="alignnone" width="1600"] The 4 amigos for 8 years, Barry, Shane, Bob and myself.[/caption]
Dear friends
I survived the 2017 CEO Sleepout.
In fact having done this for 8 years, I actually know all the...
Dear friends and readers,
In 2 more nights I will be sleeping as a homeless lawyer for the 8th year in a row to raise funds for the homeless in the 2017 CEO Sleepout.
It is supposed to be a rainy night. I have tried my best to fund raise despite the...
Migrating to Australia using the Business Skills Visa
Prior Cancellation of Visa When Course of Study Has Not Been Completed
Working while Studying – An Opportunity Fraught with Danger for International Students
Migrating to Australia using the Business Skills Visa
The migration...
Are you thinking of buying a franchised business? It may be a good idea especially if you have never been in business before. However, the first step is to get advice to make sure the franchise is a good fit for you. Have a listen to the videocast below for...
Is it worth it if you have no interest in the company? What if the company is trading while insolvent?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rol5UI8VjGc&t=16s...
Consumer Rights
What are your RIGHTS as a CONSUMER
where you believe a company has been misleading and deceptive when dealing with you.
In every day life, we are all consumers in the general sense of the word. It is therefore important to know what rights we have as consumers when we buy...
Results of the 5th Tan and Tan Lawyers Golf Tournament
There was concern a few days before the tournament as the weather forecast was for a thunderstorm. Luckily the weather held and the players had a great hot Autumn day of golf.
The Gosnells Golf Club was challenging. There were 41 players...
Dear readers
The 3rd Annual An Yu Badminton Academy and Tan and Tan Lawyers Cup is taking place on 27 May 2017 at Armadale Badminton Centre.
Please see info. This is family bonding badminton. See you there.
...
Dear readers
I had the pleasure of holding a seminar to advise the Korean community about what to look out for when buying a business. The seminar also discussed the rights of a tenant under the retail premises act.
Have a look at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZhjbSuNnsY
I am sure the info will help you in your...
Dear friends
Tan and Tan Lawyers are holding their 5th Annual Aus Chinese Golf Asso Challenge. This year it will be at the Gosnells Golf Club on 23 April 2017.
I hope you will take part if you are a keen golfer. ...
Criminal Injury
Motor Vehicle Accident
Criminal Injury Compensation For Victims of Crime
Some of us are sometimes the unfortunate victims of crime. We are lucky in Western Australia in that the Government of Western Australia has made provision for victims of crime to be compensated for injuries.
Victims of crime in Western Australia...
Dear friends
[caption id="attachment_4816" align="alignnone" width="1200"] Shen in his sleeping spot[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_4818" align="alignnone" width="1600"] The view from the 4th floor[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_4822" align="alignnone" width="1600"] Soup kitchen[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_4823" align="alignnone" width="1600"] Shen, Sean Shwe and Ray Tan[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_4824" align="alignnone" width="1200"] 4 Amigos who have slept out for 7 years in a row....
Dear friends
Last Sat was an emotional day for me as I laid my brother Charles Tan to rest.Charles was the other Tan in Tan and Tan Lawyers.He is survived by his wife Cynthia and 3 children, my mum and 9 other siblings. His has been a tough life but he...
Dear friends
There is 2 more nights before I sleep out as a homeless lawyer.
I have been so blessed with friends and supporters who support me each year in this event which is to help the homeless.
I just received a $3000 donation from a family that wants to remain anonymous bringing...
Dear readers
What a great day of family bonding we had at the 2nd Annual An Yu and Tan and Tan Lawyers Family Tournament. There were over 50 teams competing this year in 4 categories.
The categories were:
Under 11, Under 14, Under 17 and Open grade for players who have been in...
Dear friends,
It is that time of the year again when you feel the cold wind of winter coming.
This year, being the 7th year in a row, I am sleeping out as a homeless lawyer to raise funds to help the homeless in WA.
Last year I raised $34,000 and was ranked...
Dear readers
The weather held up for the 4th Tan and Tan Lawyers Cup which was held on 17th April 2016 at the Vines. It was one of the biggest turnout for an ACGA golf event.
Photos were taken by members of Heathcote Camera Club.
Photos have been uploaded by Allen Rao.
The winners...
Dear friends and golfers,
Yes, we are hosting the 4th Tan and Tan Lawyers Cup tournament on 17 Apr.
The 3rd tournament was a great success with over 50 players.
The 4th tournament will be held at The Vines Resort.
Our members have not played there for some time. We have organised a good...
Dear readers
I seem to be preparing quite a few binding financial agreements recently.
They are like pre nuptials and are very useful if drafted properly so that your assets are protected in the event of a marriage breakdown.
Val Antoff from my office has been great in preparing the slideshow for more...
Dear readers
In this day and age when most families have assets worth more than $1 million, it is necessary to think about preparing a testamentary trust will instead of a simple will.
What is the difference? The main issue is asset protection especially from a failed marriage. There is also good...