Kingsford Lawyers

04/06/2026

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We are incredibly grateful for the trust our clients place in us and for taking the time to share their experiences.

"If you're looking for the best employment lawyer on the Gold Coast, Tiinu Wikman is your person."

Our client praised Tiinu's dedication, detailed knowledge of employment law, clear communication, and commitment to ensuring they felt informed and supported throughout the entire process. From answering questions promptly to providing honest guidance and preparing them for their hearing, Tiinu worked tirelessly to achieve a positive outcome.

Thank you for your kind words and for allowing us to assist you with your employment law matter.

Need advice about an employment law issue? Contact our team today.

02/06/2026

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Successfully Recovered a Long-Overdue Debt

After more than a year of unsuccessful attempts to recover a significant debt, our client turned to Giovanni for legal assistance. Through a strategic approach, clear communication, and dedicated representation, a successful recovery outcome was achieved.

We're grateful for the trust our clients place in us and appreciate every review we receive. Thank you for sharing your experience with Giovanni and the Kingsford Lawyers team.

Professional. Strategic. Responsive. Results That Matter. ⚖️💼

02/06/2026

She walked him every day for 5 years. He paid the $400 adoption fee once. The law gave him the dog 🐶

Australian family law treats pets as property, no custody orders, no "best interests of the animal." Just who paid and who's on the microchip. But change is coming ⚖

Do you have a pet and a partner? Do you think the current law is fair?

01/06/2026

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"Professional, knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly generous with his time. His preparation, strategy, and legal guidance were instrumental to the result. An outstanding solicitor and a genuinely good person."

We are incredibly grateful for this thoughtful review of Hassan Azim and the support he provided throughout a complex Owners Corporation dispute that progressed to VCAT.

At Kingsford Lawyers, we understand how overwhelming legal disputes can be. That's why we take the time to provide clear advice, thorough preparation, and practical guidance every step of the way. We are proud to have helped our client navigate this challenging matter and achieve a successful outcome.

Thank you for your trust, your kind words, and for allowing us to assist you during such an important time.

01/06/2026

If your employer has said "we'll sort your pay soon" more than once, that's not a mistake. That's a pattern.
And under the Fair Work Act, it can mean fines, prison time, and a compensation claim against them. Here's exactly what to do when your employer stalls on underpayment. 🔗

https://kingsfordlawyers.com.au/employer-underpaying-wages-fair-work-rights/

Your employer keeps promising to fix your pay but never follows through. Here's what that stalling actually means legally and what rights you have.

29/05/2026

🌏 Can't find a skilled Australian worker for a critical role? You may be able to sponsor a worker from overseas under the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa.

Here's how it works:
The process has three distinct steps:

Step 1: Become an approved Standard Business Sponsor
✅ Your business must be lawfully operating in Australia
✅ You must have a genuine need for the role
✅ You must demonstrate financial capacity to support the position
✅ No adverse business background or compliance history

Step 2: Nominate the position
✅ The role must appear on the Skilled Occupation List
✅ You must conduct Labour Market Testing, advertising the role for at least 4 weeks to show no suitable Australian worker is available (unless exempt)
✅ The salary must meet the relevant income threshold (currently $73,150 for Core Skills stream)

Step 3: The worker applies for the visa
✅ They must have relevant skills, qualifications and experience
✅ English language and health/character requirements apply
✅ Processing times vary but are typically 1–3 months

What employers need to understand:
⚠️ Your sponsorship obligations don't end when the visa is granted
⚠️ You must employ the worker in the nominated occupation for the duration
⚠️ You must pay the agreed salary and keep proper records
⚠️ If the worker leaves or their role changes, you must notify Home Affairs within 28 days
⚠️ Obligations continue for 2 years after sponsorship ends

The risk of getting it wrong:
Breaching sponsorship obligations can result in sanctions, civil penalties, and being barred from sponsoring workers in the future. It can also put the worker's visa at risk, even when they've done nothing wrong.

📞 1300 244 342

28/05/2026

Living together but not married in Australian, do you actually know your legal status? :eyes::couplekiss:

The last scenario catches almost everyone :face_with_open_eyes_and_hand_over_mouth:

Are you in a de facto relationship and didn't even know it? Tell me in the comments!

27/05/2026

💰 Business owners, superannuation is changing and you cannot afford to get this wrong.

What's changing from 1 July 2026:

❌ The old system: You had up to 28 days after the quarter ends to pay super
✅ The new system: Super must be paid at the same time as wages, and it must hit the employee's fund within 7 business days.

Why this matters:
⚠️ Miss the deadline and you're not just late, you could be in breach of the Fair Work Act
⚠️ Employees will see their super landing in near real time, so if something's off, they'll know immediately
⚠️ This isn't a payroll tweak, it's a system overhaul

What you need to do right now:

📋 Check your payroll system can handle more frequent super payments
📋 Review your super calculations, if your system is still set up for "ordinary time earnings," there's a real risk you're underpaying
📋 Make sure your cash flow can handle paying super every pay cycle, not quarterly
📋 Talk to your accountant and payroll provider before July

The risk of getting it wrong:
From July 2026, late super payments aren't just an ATO compliance issue. They're an employment law issue. And employees will be watching.

📞 1300 244 342

26/05/2026

Wife wanted $100k from her cheating husband. Does the law have her back? ⚖

The courts hear cases like this every single day. Betrayal, heartbreak, years of her life, surely that counts for something? Or does it? 👀

What do you think, should cheating affect your settlement? Let us know in the comments 👇

25/05/2026

NEW TEAM MEMBER – MEET THE TEAM

Stephanie Lisboa
Paralegal
Gold Coast Office

Languages: English & Portuguese

Stephanie is a final-year Juris Doctor student at Bond University, graduating December 2026. She is a qualified Brazilian lawyer with over four years of post-admission experience in consumer protection, dispute resolution, and civil litigation. With extensive experience navigating a civil law system, Stephanie is eager to explore and master the common law approach. She is committed to her continuous professional development to provide the best results for her clients and contribute meaningfully to Kingsford Lawyers.

Stephanie brings a bilingual perspective (Portuguese and English) to her work and has developed strong dispute resolution and mediation skills through her experience in consumer protection advocacy in Brazil. She is enthusiastic about building practical experience in Australian legal practice and applying her expertise to serve Kingsford Lawyers’ diverse client base.

Areas of Practice (in Brazil)

1. Dispute Resolution and Mediation
2. Civil Litigation
3. Consumer Protection Law
4. Commercial Law
5. Contract Review

Personal Background – Interests, Hobbies, Fun Facts

Stephanie is passionate about her family and loves spending quality time with them. She has a deep love of travel and is always seeking to experience new cultures, try authentic local cuisines, and learn from different perspectives around the world.

When not studying or working, you’ll find her on the tennis court (though she’s the first to admit she’s not the best player!) or exploring new restaurants and cuisines.