Gabriella Ferraro, Solicitor

20/07/2022

I thoroughly enjoyed working with Dannielle to assist the Salvation Army in its fundraising efforts! Ferraro & Singh Lawyers looks forward to offering even more pro bono assistance in 2022/2023.

Yesterday, Gabriella and Dannielle participated in the Salvation Army Community Wills Day at Sunshine, volunteering to fundraise and support the work of the Salvation Army. The day raised over $5,500! What a great result!

04/07/2022

IMPORTANT UPDATE: There will now be two types of death certificate available for issue from Births, Deaths and Marriages Victoria for deaths registered on or after Monday 11 July 2022, ‘death certificate’ and ‘death certificate – cause of death’.

For legal purposes, such as an application for probate or letters of administration, the ‘death certificate – cause of death’ is preferred.

11/05/2022

I am so privileged to announce the exciting news that my colleague, and dear friend, Nanki Kaur - Lawyer has become a partner at Ferraro & Company. Welcome Nanki, I look forward to our bright future and many, many years working together.

Ferraro & Company Pty Ltd is pleased to announce that Nanki Kaur has become a partner at our firm.

This appointment reflects the firm’s commitment to investing in its bright future by bringing through a new partnership talent. Nanki seeks to further the firm’s vision by providing her diverse perspective into the firm's progression and expansion.

Nanki manages the firm’s family law practice, bringing extensive experience in advising clients on all aspects of the Family Law and litigation process, having practised exclusively in the jurisdiction since her admission.

Congratulations Nanki and welcome to the Leadership team!

20/04/2022

07/04/2022

** DIRECTORS ID **

From the 1st of November 2021, directors are required under the Corporations Act 2001 to apply for a Directors identification number with the ABRS.

From the 5th of April 2022 all directors must apply for a Directors ID before they are appointed. If you are intending to be appointed as a Director or register a new company you may wish to consider applying for a Directors ID.

Read more on our blog:

Explanation on the introduction of registration of directors and director IDs.

01/03/2022

23/02/2022

Thinking of contesting a Will? Read more on what you should know in the initial stages: https://www.ferraro.com.au/post/thinking-of-contesting-a-will-what-you-should-know

Written by Gabriella Ferraro Edited by Nanki Kaur A valid Will is incredibly important. We often recommend that clients review and update their Wills every few years to ensure that a Will accurately reflects their wishes. In some instances, a person may pass away and there is dispute about their Wil...

25/01/2022

Indigenous singer Dr G Yunupingu passed away in July 2017. Over 4 years later, his family is still dealing with the legal aspects of the distribution of his assets. Read more on our blog now about the importance of having a valid Will -

Having a valid Will in place can save your family significant legal costs and stress during an already difficult time.

24/01/2022

Your Will may have been something you have thought about often. The thought can be quite daunting and while it's not pleasant to think about death, no-one has yet managed to avoid it. Having a plan can give you peace of mind and ensure your loved ones are provided for. If you would like to discuss your estate plan, please contact me directly.

19/01/2022

Wills cover most property and assets, but there are some exclusions to consider. Please feel free to contact me directly for all your estate planning enquiries.

14/01/2022

Considering a Testamentary Trust? Wills are not a one-size-fits-all. Read more on our blog now about when you DON'T need a Testamentary Trust:

Written by Gabriella Ferraro There are many benefits to Testamentary Trusts (TTs) but they are not a suitable asset protection tool for everyone. Here are our 5 examples on why a TT may not be right for you. 1. when the assets in your estate that are passing to beneficiary are not significant enough...

10/01/2022

Ferraro & Company wish you a Happy New Year! Our office is open from today, Monday 10 November. All visitors will need to wear masks. We ask that you do not attend our offices if you have COVID symptoms or are awaiting the results of a test or in an isolation period.