What is the Burden of Proof in a Criminal Caseby Luisa Gaetani10 July 202610 July 2026Co-Authored by Grace Jolly KEY TAKE-AWAYS In criminal cases, the prosecution is responsible for proving every element of the offence beyond reasonable doubt Every accused… Read More »What is the Burden of Proof in a Criminal Case
What is the Difference Between an ADVO and a Criminal Charge?by Luisa Gaetani9 July 202610 July 2026Co-Authored by Grace Jolly KEY TAKE-AWAYS An AVO is a protective court order designed to prevent future harm; it is not a criminal conviction There… Read More »What is the Difference Between an ADVO and a Criminal Charge?
Campbelltown Domestic Violence Tragedyby Luisa Gaetani21 May 202629 June 2026A Special Counsel’s Insights Co-Authored by Grace Jolly KEY TAKE OUTS: Recent allegations arising from the Campbelltown tragedy highlight the devastating reality of genuine domestic… Read More »Campbelltown Domestic Violence Tragedy
Understanding Protests and Police Powers in NSWby Luisa Gaetani13 February 202629 June 2026A Special Counsel’s Insights KEY TAKE OUTS: Protests are legal in NSW, but they are regulated by public order and criminal laws. Authorised public assemblies… Read More »Understanding Protests and Police Powers in NSW
When ADVOs Are Weaponised in Family Law Conflict in NSWby Luisa Gaetani9 February 202629 June 2026A Special Counsel’s Insights KEY TAKE OUTS: ADVOs are a vital protection tool, but in high-conflict family law matters they can sometimes be misused as… Read More »When ADVOs Are Weaponised in Family Law Conflict in NSW
Parents Gifting Property Deposits? Here’s What Could Go Wrongby Luisa Gaetani29 May 20254 August 2025Co-Author: Grace Jolly KEY INSIGHTS: If parents are helping their child with purchasing a property it needs to be clearly stated if it is a… Read More »Parents Gifting Property Deposits? Here’s What Could Go Wrong