Miller Sockhill Lawyers

13/03/2026

✍️ Signing a guarantee or indemnity? Make sure you understand the risks first.
Guarantees and indemnities are common in leases, loans and business agreements — but many people sign them without fully understanding the potential consequences.
If you agree to act as a guarantor, you may be personally responsible for another person or company’s obligations, which could include significant financial liability.
Our latest article explains:
📄 What guarantees and indemnities are
⚖️ How they differ
⚠️ The potential personal risks for guarantors
💡 Why obtaining legal advice before signing is essential
If you’ve been asked to sign a guarantee or indemnity, it’s important to understand exactly what you’re agreeing to.
📞 Need advice? Contact the friendly team at Miller Sockhill Lawyers on 07 5444 4750.

Guarantees and Indemnities in Queensland: Why Legal Advice Matters

06/03/2026

Body corporate by-laws play an important role in how community titles schemes operate in Queensland. 🏢
But did you know that by-laws must meet strict legal requirements to be valid and enforceable? ⚖️
Our latest article explains some of the key things to consider when drafting or reviewing by-laws, including:
📌 Legislative compliance
🐾 Pet by-laws
🚗 Exclusive use areas
📝 Clear and practical enforcement
If your scheme is considering updating its by-laws, this is a helpful place to start.
Read the full article here: 🔗

By-Laws in Queensland - Important Considerations

03/02/2026

⚖️ Annualised salaries under scrutiny
💼 A recent Federal Court decision involving Woolworths and Coles confirms that while annualised salaries and set-off clauses are lawful, they can only operate within a single pay period.
⏱️ Employers cannot average or pool payments across multiple pay cycles to meet award entitlements.
📖 Read more about what this decision means for employers and employees covered by modern awards.

Federal Court Clarifies Set-Off and Pay Cycle Compliance

12/12/2025

🔐 Crypto Assets & Separation: What Couples Need to Know
As Bitcoin, Ethereum and other digital assets become mainstream, they’re also appearing more frequently in family law property settlements. 💼💔
The Court treats cryptocurrency just like any other property—meaning it must be disclosed, valued and divided. But with volatility, anonymity and complex storage methods, crypto can make separation even more challenging.
💡 Key points:
📊 Crypto is property under family law
💱 Valuation can be difficult due to rapid market changes
🔎 Full disclosure is essential — concealment can lead to serious consequences
🧮 Forensic tracing may be required in complex matters
If you’re navigating a separation and crypto is part of your financial picture, early legal advice can help protect your rights.
📞 For tailored advice, call our team on 07 5444 4750.
General information only.

As digital assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies become increasingly mainstream, they are appearing more frequently in family law property

28/11/2025

🏡 Big changes are here for Queensland’s property market!
From 1 August 2025, sellers will need to provide a standardised disclosure statement and key certificates before a buyer signs a contract.
✔️ More transparency
✔️ Fewer surprises
✔️ Smoother sales
If you’re planning to buy or sell, now is the time to get informed.
📞 Miller Sockhill Lawyers – 07 5444 4750
We’re here to help you understand how the new rules affect you.

The reform aims to bring Queensland closer into line with other jurisdictions where upfront seller disclosure is standard practice.

18/11/2025

Thinking about buying, selling, or developing property in Queensland? 🏡📈
An option deed can give you flexibility and commercial certainty by securing future rights to buy or sell without locking you in straight away.
Whether it’s a call option, put option, or a put and call option, these agreements can help manage risk, support development planning, and provide a clear pathway to a future contract — but only if drafted correctly.
Our team at Miller Sockhill Lawyers can guide you through the process to ensure your option deed protects your interests and complies with Queensland law.
📞 Contact us on 07 5444 4750 for tailored advice.


https://millersockhilllawyers.com.au/understanding-option-deeds-in-queensland-property-law/

10/11/2025

Avoid the headache before it starts! A clear, written supply agreement isn’t just paperwork — it’s your safeguard against disputes, delays, and costly misunderstandings. From pricing and payment terms to delivery and liability, the right agreement protects your business and strengthens supplier relationships.
👉 Don’t rely on generic templates. Read our latest article: Avoid the Headache: How a Clear Supply Agreement Saves Time, Money & Relationships
https://millersockhilllawyers.com.au/avoid-the-headache-how-a-clear-supply-agreement-saves-time-money-relationships/

24/10/2025

⚖️ Big changes are coming for Queensland’s manufactured home parks!
The Manufactured Homes (Residential Parks) Amendment Act 2024 introduces new protections for homeowners, including rent caps, clearer sale processes, and more transparency from park owners.
These changes will roll out in stages through 2024, 2025 and 2026 — so whether you live in a manufactured home park, are thinking of buying, or operate a park, now’s the time to understand what’s ahead.
For advice on how the new laws could affect you or your site agreement, contact our friendly team at Miller Sockhill Lawyers on 📞 (07) 5444 4750.

13/10/2025

🏘️ Updating Your Body Corporate’s Community Management Statement (CMS): What You Need to Know
The Community Management Statement (CMS) is one of the most important documents in any Queensland body corporate. It sets out the rules for living in your community — including by-laws, lot entitlements, exclusive use rights, and how the scheme is managed.
Over time, lot owners may want to update the CMS to reflect changes in the community, like revising pet policies, adjusting parking rules, or updating lot entitlements. But it’s not as simple as just voting on it — the process involves formal approvals, specific resolution types, and registration with the Titles Office before the new CMS becomes effective.
Our latest article explains the step-by-step process and highlights what to consider before making changes.
If your body corporate is looking to update its CMS, the experienced team at Miller Sockhill Lawyers can guide you through the process and help ensure it’s done correctly.
📞 Call us on (07) 5444 4750 or read the full article here:

In a community titles scheme—commonly known as a body corporate in Queensland —the Community Management Statement is a foundational legal document. As the

03/10/2025

❓ Not happy with a QCAT decision? You may have the right to appeal—but it’s not always straightforward.
Our latest article explains the time limits, legal grounds, and what you can expect if you’re considering an appeal.
👉 Read more here: https://millersockhilllawyers.com.au/appealing-a-qcat-ruling-time-limits-legal-grounds-and-what-to-expect/

📞 Need advice? Call us on (07) 5444 4750 to discuss your options.

26/09/2025

Going through a separation? You don’t have to face court to move forward.
At Miller Sockhill Lawyers, we help clients resolve family law disputes through mediation — a faster, more affordable, and less stressful alternative to litigation.
Whether it’s about parenting arrangements, property settlements, or financial support, mediation empowers you to reach practical agreements without unnecessary conflict.
Learn more about how family law mediation works, when it’s required, and why it might be the right step for you:
📞 Call us on 07 5444 4750
🌐https://millersockhilllawyers.com.au/family-law-mediation-in-queensland-what-you-need-to-know/