Gold Coast Lawyers
Since 1968 O’Keefe Mahoney Bennett Solicitors (OMB Solicitors) have established an impeccable reputation for providing exceptional & effective legal service to businesses and the general community.
We strive to surpass client expectations and believe in excellence, confidence, team-work, the integration of technology and the upmost in personal service.
GOLD COAST LAWYERS EXPERTISE
At OMB Solicitors we provide legal solutions to a wide range of legal problems that people on the Gold Coast and surrounding regions encounter in their personal and working lives.
More specifically, we can assist you in matters relating to family law, estate planning, estate disputes, conveyancing, strata law, property law, business law, litigation and insurance. If you have an issue relating to one of these matters, contact one of our Gold Coast lawyers today.
FOUNDED ON THE GOLD COAST
OMB Solicitors, formerly O’Keefe Mahoney Bennett Solicitors was established on the Gold Coast in 1968.
Since that time, OMB Solicitors has built a reputation of being regarded as one of the Gold Coast’s leading diverse legal practices. We have a deep-seated commitment to client excellence and our Gold Coast Solicitors regularly undergo frequent training to ensure that they’re up to date with the very latest legal knowledge.
WHO ARE OUR GOLD COAST SOLICITORS?
At OMB Solicitors, we have a team of experienced and highly dedicated lawyers Gold Coast. We have seven practice areas within our law firm, each of which is led by a highly experienced and skilled lawyers Gold Coast. Our practice areas include family law, wills and estates, business law, property law, body corporate, litigation and insurance. If you need help in any one of these areas, reach out to one of our Gold Coast lawyers today.
Whatever the situation might be OMB Solicitors are here providing solutions.
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What are the Risks of Becoming a Franchisee?
Many people have a desire to start their own business, chasing the dream of independence, control of their own destiny and, hopefully, riches. But for many the risks associated with…
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Buying A Business
Before undertaking Buying A Business we take a look at the complicated transactions and how we can help. In this video, Property Law Partner and Accredited Specialist (Property Law) Simon Bennett gives us…
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Your Business Your Dream
Buying or selling a business can be a stressful time. Your business is often your dream and the motivation and income source for your family. But the process of buying…
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How Your Business Can Recover Debt if You Have Received a Court Judgement
If you’re a business and you’re owed money and have received a court judgement to recover the debt, what are the next steps? In this podcast, Cameron Marshall, Business Lawyer…
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What Happens to a Business in a Family Law Dispute?
Introduction In family law property settlement proceedings all assets and liabilities of each party, (whether they are owned jointly or separately) are combined to form what is commonly known as…
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What is the Best Business Structure for a Tradesman Wanting to Start their Own Business?
If you’re a tradesman contemplating going out on your own, there’s probably a bunch of things going on in your mind, one which may be how do you legally set…
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The Insiders Guide to Checking Contracts of Sale
In this video, OMB Solicitors‘ Partner and Accredited Property Law Specialist, Simon Bennet shares important insights when checking contracts of sale – either buying or selling.
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Property Law Update
In this video, Simon Bennett talks about some of the latest developments with Property Law and also some of the changes that have occurred during COVID-19.
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What is an Off-the-Plan Contract?
In this video, Partner & Accredited Property Law Specialist, Simon Bennett explains what is an off-the-plan contract.
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The 5 Essential Things You have to Do Before Buying a Duplex
In this video, Partner & Accredited Property Law Specialist, Simon Bennett discusses what you need to know before purchasing a duplex.
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Breaking News: Retail Shop Leases and Other Commercial Leases (COVID-19) Regulation
BREAKING NEWS: New Regulation Just Released The Queensland Government has released the regulations to accompany the Legislation which was enacted on 23 April 2020 dealing with retail and other commercial…
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News Alert: COVID & Landlords of Commercial & Retail Premises
As promised, here is the latest update on the evolving situation with Landlord and Tenants on Commercial, Industrial and Retail Premises. The Prime Minister has announced this afternoon that the…
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Important Updates to the Powers of Attorney Act
The Powers of Attorney Act 1998 has recently been amended to make updates to the existing Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) and Advanced Health Directives (AHD) forms. What do the…
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What is Probate?
In this video, our Dakota Hallett explains some of the important things that you need to know about Probate.
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Taking Care of Your Will and Other Important Documents During COVID-19
In this video, our Richard Dawson talks about how you can take your estate planning documents during COVID-19.
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Enduring Power of Attorney: The Difference Between Appointing an Attorney ‘Severally’ Versus ‘Jointly’ in Queensland
When people come to plan out their affairs for the later stages of their life, they are generally encouraged to nominate an enduring power of attorney. This is a legal…
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The Difference Between a General Power of Attorney & an Enduring Power of Attorney
In this video, OMB Solicitors Associate Steven Mahoney discusses the difference between a General Power of Attorney and an Enduring Power of Attorney. Contact our Gold Coast Lawyers team for…
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Can I Do a Video Will?
Smartphones have put a video camera in the pocket of nearly every person you see, with widespread and profound impacts for various sections of society, including security, surveillance and in…
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Every Dog has its Day – Dogs, Definitions and Decisions on Shared Care
In 2021 Australia, pets are without doubt an integral part of the majority of families. With the decision to defer having children until later in life or not at all,…
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From Fault to Fault-Free – Australia’s Non-fault Family Law System
The focus of articles such as those in the Courier Mail regarding the separation of Wally and Jackie Lewis draw attention to factors which have long been replaced in the…
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What is a Binding Child Support Agreement?
In this video, OMB Solicitors‘ Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist, Abbi Golightly discusses what Binding Child Support Agreement is.
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The Requirement to Participate in Mediation
In this video, OMB Solicitors‘ Partner and Family Law Accredited Specialist, Abbi Golightly discuses what is required in order to participate in Mediation also know as Family Dispute Resolution.
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What to Do if Your Child is Not Returned to Your Care?
In this video, OMB Solicitors Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist, Abbi Golightly discusses what you need to know if your child is not returned to your care!
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Things to Consider Before Separation
In this video, OMB Solicitors Partner & Accredited Family Law Specialist, Abbi Golightly discusses the things you need to consider before separation.
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A Person’s Best Friend – their Pet!
The “war” regarding pets within bodies corporate has been seething for a long period of time. This “war” continues as a result of a recent case in NSW. I am…
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Update on Body Corporate Legislation
In this video, OMB Solicitors‘ Associate, Elisha Hodgson talks about the latest updates on Body Corporate Legislation – what’s new, what’s been updated, and what do you need to know.
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Ban on Pets in Upscale Apartment Tower Overturned
A unanimous decision of the NSW Court of Appeal last month has sparked discussion regarding the enforceability of By-Laws within Bodies Corporate. The Appeals Court invalidated the ‘no-pet bylaw’, identifying…
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Impact of COVID-19 on Body Corporate Levy Recovery
COVID-19 has had a significant financial impact on individuals, businesses and Bodies Corporate alike. As a result, the Queensland Government passed the Justice and Other Legislation (COVID-19 Emergency Response) Amendment…
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Body Corporate Successful in Terminating Management Rights – First QCAT Decision
In this video, Senior Associate, Tom Robinson talks about a recent decision that’s been handed down in the QCAT about the successful termination of management rights by a Body Corporate.
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5 Important Things You Need to Know About Bodies Corporate
In this video, Senior Associate, Tom Robinson discusses 5 Things You Should Know About Bodies Corporate.
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What COVID-19 Bankruptcy Relief Measures Mean for Creditors
The global COVID-19 pandemic has plunged Australia into what some commentators have described as the worst recession since the Great Depression of 1929. The disease’s disruption to our economy has…
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Debt Recovery in Queensland
In this video, OMB Solicitors Senior Associate, Cameron Marshall explains how COVID-19 affects debt recovery in Queensland.
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10 Ways to Improve Your Debt Recovery Process
One of the most frustrating aspects of running a business is not being paid on time for the goods and services you provide. Customers who don’t pay on time eventually…
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Protecting your Assets – Property Purchase Agreements
How do we go about Protecting our Assets? – Property Purchase Agreements In this video, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Senior Solicitor Cameron Marshall explains how we can help you with Protecting your Assets –…
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How Our Litigation Team Can Help
How our Litigation Team can help you with Leasing, Contractual, Building, Body Corporate, Product Liability, Property, Trusts & Estate Litigation Disputes In this video, Litigation and Dispute Resolution Senior Solicitor Cameron Marshall explains how…
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Five Things a Body Corporate Should Know when Entering into a Build Contract
What are five things a Body Corporate should know when entering into a Build Contract? In this video, Dispute Resolution Senior Solicitor Cameron Marshall talks to us about issues for Bodies Corporate when…
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COVID-19 and the Effect on Workers Compensation and Personal Injury Litigation
Covid-19 has had a significant effect on our global situation and the way in which we are required to adapt to what is now considered a new normal way of…
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9 Reasons why you should get Legal Advice if you Suffer an Injury in a Public Place
If you have suffered an injury whilst out and about and are considering your options and what to do next, here are 9 reasons why you should consider seeking legal…
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What is involved in making a claim for compensation following a motor vehicle accident?
Motor vehicle accidents can often lead to confusing and stressful times. They are occurrences people often do not consider until they themselves are involved in an accident. If you are…