Coulter Legal

17/06/2026

Navigating Children’s Court and family law proceedings at the same time can be complex and overwhelming. Our latest insight from Sarah Guthrie and Sarah Masters aims to help parents and carers better understand how both systems work. 🔗https://hubs.ly/Q04lGh3_0

16/06/2026

Know your obligations 📋 New Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing legislation comes into effect across Australia on 1 July 2026 – here is what you need to know.

15/06/2026

We are proud to announce that Coulter Legal has been recognised in the Best Law Firms - Australia Region (2027 Edition) as a Melbourne Tier 2 firm in Family Law.
Published by the team behind Best Lawyers, these rankings draw on client feedback, peer reviews and in-depth industry research - making this acknowledgement particularly significant to us.

12/06/2026

We are thrilled to announce that we are a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly 2026 Australian Law Awards in the category of Regional/Suburban Law Firm of the Year - an award that recognises outstanding performance by firms practising in suburban, regional or remote Australia. This achievement reflects the dedication, expertise and genuine care our team brings to every client and every matter. We are incredibly proud to support our community and grateful to see our commitment recognised on a national stage.

11/06/2026

We’re proud to congratulate Lauren Solomonson, Senior Associate in our Wills, Estates & Succession Planning team, on being named a finalist in the Mentor of the Year category at the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards!
These awards recognise the outstanding talent across Australia’s legal profession, celebrating individuals and organisations whose dedication and commitment continue to shape the industry.
Winners will be announced at a black-tie gala event on 30 July 2026 at The Star Sydney.
Congratulations, Lauren!

10/06/2026

Today, in support of National Blood Donor Week, our team took time out of the workday to roll up their sleeves and visit our local donation centre. We’re so proud to play a small part in helping save lives through blood donation.

02/06/2026

The Fair Work Commission's Annual Wage Review 2026 decision is in. New rates apply from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2026.

If you employ award or minimum wage workers, now is the time to act. Employers must:
✅ Review and update payroll systems
✅ Check whether any C13 classifications are employed
✅ Ensure all award entitlements are updated - including penalty rates and overtime

Need help navigating the changes? Contact Ines Balint, Employment Law Special Counsel today.
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28/05/2026

Welcome Lauren Holm, who joins our Family & Relationship Law team as a Senior Associate, bringing more than 13 years of experience and a strong focus on helping clients resolve matters practically and, where possible, without the need for court proceedings. Lauren’s empathetic approach, together with practical and considered advice, will be a valuable asset to our team and our clients.
Great to have you on board, Lauren!

28/05/2026

Thinking about launching or rebranding? Make sure your trade mark strategy is sound from the start.
A recent High Court decision has reinforced that relying on “honest concurrent use” is no substitute for proper searches and advice. In our latest insight, Erica Huntley and Sheree Cole break down the key findings and what your business should do to stay protected.

An important decision has been handed down by the High Court of Australia, clarifying how the “honest concurrent use” defence can be (or in this case,

27/05/2026

"Live, give and get uncomfortable"
Our team attended the Give Where You Live Foundation Conversations That Matter event today, where we heard from homelessness advocate and endurance athlete Nedd Brockmann. A big thank you also to Amy Hunter, Josephine Taylor and Jessie Moore for sharing their insights as part of the panel. Nedd’s message to push beyond comfort, give generously and lean into the challenge was truly inspiring. A reminder that real change starts when we step outside our comfort zones and take action together - let’s all get involved in the solution.