Cheney Suthers Lawyers

01/06/2026

Cheney Suthers Lawyers has built its reputation on delivering specialist legal services to the people who need them most, right here in regional NSW. Being featured on the Law Society of NSW's Careers in the Country platform reflects exactly who we are and the kind of lawyers we are looking to grow.

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22/05/2026

POV: Its Friday and you’re down a few team members. Thank you for your patience.

20/05/2026

What does the proposed 30% minimum tax on Testamentary Discretionary Trusts mean for you?

Following on from our brief reel, we’ve broken down everything you need to know (based on what we know so far) about this Budget announcement.

The Government is proposing a minimum 30% tax on taxable income of discretionary trusts, applying at the trustee level from 1 July 2028. This affects TDTs established after Budget night (13 May 2026). If your TDT is already operating, you are not expected to be affected.

And here’s the important part: a TDT Will still far outperforms a simple Will on asset protection, income streaming, succession planning flexibility, and protection for minor and vulnerable beneficiaries.

There are still unknowns as draft legislation hasn’t been released yet, but right now nothing is required at this stage.

‼️ This is not accounting or financial advice. Please obtain your own professional advice.

19/05/2026

The proposed 30% tax on testamentary trusts has a lot of people worried but before you make any decisions, let’s take a breath.

There is no legislation yet. What we have is a Budget announcement that still has to pass Parliament and these things can change significantly before they ever become law.

Until we know what the legislation actually looks like, making changes to your estate plan could be premature.

Questions about your own situation? Reach out to the estate planning team at Cheney Suthers Lawyers.

07/05/2026

CASE UPDATE | A recent NSW Supreme Court decision is a timely reminder that restraint of trade clauses do not automatically do what employers intend.

For employers, the lesson is straightforward. The restrained area must be no wider than what is reasonably necessary to protect a legitimate business interest and must hold up against other documents the same parties have signed.

22/04/2026

Have you voted for our beautiful towns, Orange and Millthorpe, in 2026 Top Tourism Town Awards? If not, please do so right now! Here is the link: https://nswtourismassoc.kartra.com/survey/anmWRKOLCr9

Please enjoy Orange City Council - Wiradjuri Country and SK Media promotional film for Orange

21/04/2026

Thinking of making an offer before auction day?
It is worth pausing before you do. Regardless of timing, a contract review, building and pest inspection, and for strata properties, a review of the strata records, should all happen before you sign.
Agents work to timelines. Your solicitor works for you.
Our team at Cheney Suthers advises buyers on residential property across regional NSW and beyond. Get in touch before you commit.

20/04/2026

20 years separated. Never divorced. No Will.

Did you know your estranged spouse may still be entitled to your entire estate? Watch our latest reel to find out more and contact the team at Cheney Suthers if you need help with updating your estate planning documents.