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Introducing Giselle Roman, the newest member of our Family Law team at Aitken Partners. As a Senior Associate, Giselle brings together her extensive experience in family law, background in other areas of law, and her interest in property matters, to provide a highly specialised set of skills to our Family Law team.

Please join us in welcoming Giselle to the Aitken Partners team!

You can contact Giselle using the link below:
https://www.aitken.com.au/our-people/giselle-roman

Navigating Superannuation Splitting

Superannuation is often one of the most significant assets in a property settlement, and understanding how it can be split during a separation is crucial.

Our latest article explains the process of superannuation splitting, the factors courts consider, and the impact on your financial future.

Read the full article below:
https://www.aitken.com.au/news/navigating-super-splitting

Meet Richard Bowen, our new General Manager at Aitken Partners. With extensive leadership experience, Richard is dedicated to driving our firm's success and upholding our commitment to excellence.

Please join us in welcoming Richard to the Aitken Partners team!

You can view Richard's profile below:
https://www.aitken.com.au/our-people/richard-bowen

Spousal Maintenance - A Lifeline During Trying Times

Spousal maintenance can be a crucial aspect of financial support following a separation or divorce. Our latest article breaks down what spousal maintenance entails, who is eligible, and how the courts determine the amount and duration of payments.

Read the full article below:
https://www.aitken.com.au/news/spousal-maintenance

Protecting Your Assets: Family Law Property Settlements 🏠

Navigating a property settlement after a relationship breakdown can be complex and emotional. Our latest article explores the various aspects of protecting your assets during family law property settlements.

Learn about the factors that courts consider, common pitfalls, and practical steps you can take to safeguard your financial future.

Read the full article below:
https://www.aitken.com.au/news/asset-family-law-property-settlement

📅 New Date Alert: Recruitment Trends and Employment Law

We've made some adjustments to our event schedule to ensure we can deliver the best experience for our attendees. The new date for our seminar/webinar is now Tuesday, 17th of September.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights and network with like-minded professionals. If you haven't registered yet, there's still time!

Register using the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recruitment-trends-and-employment-law-tickets-964735037467

Are you aware of the recent legal reforms tightening the rules around independent contractor arrangements? These changes could significantly impact businesses across various industries.

In our latest article, we explore the new laws designed to close loopholes and ensure fairer treatment of workers classified as independent contractors.

Follow the link below to read the new article now:
https://www.aitken.com.au/news/independent-contractor-closing-the-loopholes

Tickets now available for our free Recruitment Trends and Employment Law Seminar, running on Wednesday 21 August at 8am.

Follow the link below to secure your tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/recruitment-trends-and-employment-law-tickets-964735037467

Tickets now available for our free Future-Proofing SMEs Seminar + Webinar, running on Thursday 18 July at 8am.

We're excited to announce our 4 highly experienced panelists for this event:
Alex Nicol | Managing Principal, Aitken Partners
Erin Prout | Senior Associate, Aitken Partners
Michael Ballingall | Director, Syracuse
Shane Cremin | Director, Rodgers Reidy

Follow the link below to secure your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/future-proofing-smes-fy25-outlook-on-restructuring-and-insolvency-tickets-932141509347

Limited spots available for our free Superannuation and Estate Planning Seminar!

Register today for the next Seminar + Webinar event, running on Thursday 20th of June at 8am.

Follow the link below to secure your spot: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/superannuation-estate-planning-will-ing-it-to-happen-isnt-enough-tickets-910988078867

Congratulations to Isaac Choi (최주영 변호사) on his new promotion to Associate!

Isaac is a crucial member of our Litigation team at Aitken Partners. He assists in various areas such as commercial litigation, insolvency, employment law, and debt recovery.

Isaac is also part of our Asia Team and can also provide these services in Korean.

Contact Isaac today for an obligation-free initial consultation on [email protected] or 03 8600 6072

최주영 변호사의 승진(Associate)을 축하합니다!

최주영 변호사는 Aitken Partners 소송팀의 중요한 구성원입니다. 최주영 변호사는 상업 소송, 파산, 노동법 및 부채 회수 등 다양한 분야를 다루며, 당사 아시아 팀의 일원으로서 이러한 법률 서비스들을 한국어로도 제공하고 있습니다.

[email protected] 혹은 0386006072로 부담없이 연락주세요.

Congratulations to Ralph Davies on his new promotion to Associate!

Ralph is a valued member of the Property and Commercial team where he assists in property transactions, commercial leasing, sale of businesses and drafting commercial agreements.

He achieves success in his role by taking the time to understand his client’s unique end goals and expectations, then implementing a disciplined work ethos to achieve these goals.

Ralph made the move to Australia in March 2023 to further develop his legal career by being exposed to a new and unique legislative environment.

Contact Ralph today for an obligation-free initial consultation on [email protected] or 03 8600 6007

Congratulations to Constantina Demetriou on her new promotion to Principal Lawyer!

Constantina sits in the family law team where she assists in helping clients with complex financial cases as well as contested parenting disputes. She is also an Independent Children’s Lawyer. Many of the parenting cases that Constantina has been involved with have dealt with issues surrounding addiction, mental health and family violence.

Outside of work, Constantina enjoys spending time with her family over the weekend.

Contact Constantina today for an obligation-free initial consultation on [email protected] or 8600 6063.

https://www.aitken.com.au/our-people/constantina-demetriou

Congratulations to Sam Merrylees on his new promotion to Senior Associate!

Sam is a highly valued member of our Commercial Litigation, Insolvency and Intellectual Property teams, where he has developed strong relationships with commercial clients by providing them with advice on an array of legal issues relating to their business.

Sam joined Aitken Partners as a law student in 2017 and enjoys the big family environment the firm offers. In his spare time, Sam likes to keep active, cycling as much as possible!

You can contact Sam today on [email protected] or (03) 8600 6022

https://www.aitken.com.au/our-people/sam-merrylees

Congratulations to Deborah Andronaco on her new promotion to Special Counsel!

Deborah is a member of our Litigation team where she specialises in Owners Corporations Law. She achieves success in her role by assisting Owners Corporations, Committees, Managers and Lot Owners navigate their way through their rights and obligations.

Outside of work, she is usually spending time with her two Huskies.

Contact Deborah today for an obligation-free initial consultation on [email protected] or 03 8600 6027

https://www.aitken.com.au/our-people/deb-andronaco

We are proud to announce a further promotion in the firm! James Penman who returned this week from his Europe holiday, has been promoted to Senior Associate!

James is a crucial part of our Wills & Estates team, helping clients with Estate Litigation, applications for Grant of Probate and Letters of Administration, administration of deceased estates, drafting Wills, and drafting Powers of Attorney, including Appointment of Medical Treatment Decision Makers.

James is motivated by helping people through difficult situations. Every matter is different and James operates by providing clear and considered advice. James' experience in Dispute Resolution makes him a confident and strong advocate for his clients.

Contact James today for an obligation-free initial consultation on [email protected] or 03 8600 6018

https://www.aitken.com.au/our-people/james-penman

Limited spots available for our free Debt Recovery Seminar!

Register today for the next Seminar + Webinar event, running on Thursday 23rd of May at 8am.

Follow the link below to secure your spot:
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/debt-recovery-key-insights-for-professionals-tickets-885338038907

🎉🌟 Exciting News Alert! 🌟🎉

We are thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotions of five exceptional members within our Aitken Partners family!

👏 Let's give a round of applause to:

🌟 Constantina Demetriou - Promoted to the position of Principal Lawyer
🌟 Deborah Andronaco - Promoted to the position of Special Counsel
🌟 Sam Merrylees - Promoted to the position of Senior Associate
🌟 Isaac Choi - Promoted to the position of Associate
🌟 Ralph Davies - Promoted to the position of Associate

These promotions are a testament to their exemplary performance and significant contributions to their respective teams and the firm as a whole. 🏆

Please join us in congratulating Constantina, Deb, Sam, Isaac, and Ralph on their well-deserved promotions!

Check out their staff profiles on our website here: https://www.aitken.com.au/our-people-list

Yesterday, Aitken Partners had the privilege of hosting an empowering breakfast event celebrating the achievements and stories of remarkable women in the legal profession. The Honourable Betty King KC and Liz Ruddle KC shared their captivating journeys, serving as shining examples of excellence and determination.
Their powerful words resonated deeply, reminding us of the importance of representation and visibility in paving the way for future generations of women in law. As Betty wisely said, "you can't become what you can't see!"
A huge thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making this event a success! Your support and engagement are invaluable as we continue to champion diversity, empowerment, and excellence in the legal profession.

📣 You're invited! Join us for breakfast as we chat with former Justice of the Supreme Court, The Hon. Betty King KC and Senior Crown Prosecutor, Elizabeth Ruddle KC - this powerhouse mother-daughter duo will be sure to have you equally inspired and energised during our panel discussion.
Tickets selling fast so grab yours today to avoid disappointment!

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/aitken-partners-women-in-business-network-breakfast-tickets-881719616107

Just 5 seats left for Thursday morning's Business Seminar with Ord Minnett's Senior Private Wealth Advisers, Stephen Godfrey and Charlie Holst, along with Aitken Partners Principal, Dylan Burch, and Senior Associate, Phoebe Smillie. Snap up the last seats today!
https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/family-finance-mastery-binding-agreements-asset-protection-in-family-law-tickets-871423730837

PROPERTY TAXES UPDATES: Final tickets still available for our webinar this Thursday morning! Tickets available here: https://www.aitken.com.au/event-list

🌸 Happy International Women’s Day! 🌐🌟 Today, let's celebrate women's achievements and amplify the call for gender equality. According to Gender Equality Agency , true workplace gender equality means equal rewards, resources, and opportunities for all, regardless of gender. This year's theme for International Women's Day is , urging us to celebrate diversity and empower women from every background.

Let's take action: Count Her In by considering the female perspective in every role, and let's drive change in our workplaces for equal pay, access to leadership roles, and the elimination of gender discrimination.

Together, let's make strides towards a more inclusive and equal future! This week, the Aitken Partners team have been involved in a variety of functions and inspiring discussions including our own morning tea today and the Victorian Women Lawyers & Council of Australia - Victorian Division luncheons, and look forward to continuing the conversation. As always, thanks to our fabulous EP's for supporting these wonderful initiatives!
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📢 We are thrilled to kick off the week with some fantastic news! It is with great pleasure that we officially announce Bao Ngo’s appointment as the Head of our Asia Team! https://www.aitken.com.au/news/bao-ngo-appointed-as-aitken-partners-head-of-asia-team
Let's show our support to Bao, we know he'll excel in this role! 👏👏👏

Congratulations to our very own Zoe Zhou, the newly elected National Secretary for Australia China Young Professionals Initiative!