Sheridan Legal Pty Ltd

02/09/2026

🏡 Buying your first home in NSW? Don't get caught out by the cooling-off period!

Lots of first home buyers assume they've always got a few days to change their mind after signing a contract — but that's not always true.

⚠️ Did you know?
🔹 Some contracts have NO cooling-off period at all (like auctions, or if the right's been waived)
🔹 The standard cooling-off period in NSW is just 5 business days
🔹 Backing out during this period can still cost you a penalty

Don't leave it to chance — know your rights before you sign anything.

👉 Read our full guide on the cooling-off period here: https://www.sheridanlegal.com.au/conveyancing/cooling-off-period/

📞 Got a contract in front of you right now? Call us on (02) 6562 3300 before you sign — our conveyancing team is here to help.

You’ve found a property and are ready to sign. The agent reassures you: “Don’t worry, you’ve got a cooling-off period.” But in NSW, that statement can be dangerously misleading. Cooling-off rights come with conditions — and they don’t apply in every situation.

25/08/2026

Going through a separation and worried about the kids? 😢

Divorce is hard enough without also having to navigate custody and parenting arrangements. In Australia, every decision comes back to one thing: the best interests of the child.

Whether you need a simple Parenting Plan or a formal, court-approved Consent Order, Sheridan Legal helps parents across Kempsey, South West Rocks and the Macleay Valley reach arrangements that protect their kids' stability and routine — without unnecessary conflict.

📞 Book a 10-minute call with Patrick Sheridan to talk through your options.
🔗 www.sheridanlegal.com.au/children-and-divorce

23/08/2026

Thank you Kim and Arvinder, it was wonderful working with you 🙏

22/08/2026

💔 Separation is hard enough, your property settlement shouldn't add to the stress.

If you're going through a separation or divorce, one of the biggest questions on your mind is probably: what happens to our property, assets and finances now?

Whether you and your ex-partner are on amicable terms or things have become more difficult, getting your property settlement right matters,because the decisions made now shape your financial future.

At Sheridan Legal, we help you:
✅ Understand what you're entitled to
✅ Protect your assets and your future
✅ Navigate the process with clear, straightforward advice
✅ Reach a fair, cost-effective outcome — without unnecessary conflict

You don't have to work through this alone, and you don't have to accept less than you deserve.

👉 Learn more about property settlement: https://www.sheridanlegal.com.au/property-settlement/

📞 Ask Patrick your questions today, call (02) 6562 3300 to book a confidential chat.

20/08/2026

You've made it through offers, finance approval and contract reviews... but settlement day itself is a bigger moment than just picking up the keys!

Behind the scenes, your conveyancer is coordinating the official transfer of ownership, finalising the balance of funds, and lodging your title with the NSW Land Registry Services — all so you can step through the front door as the legal owner. 🏡

Once the keys are in hand, don't forget the practical to-do list:
🔐 Change the locks
💡 Set up your electricity, gas & internet
📬 Update your address with your bank, employer & government agencies
🛡️ Activate your home & contents insurance from settlement day
💧 Check council & water rates are directed to you

Our Kempsey and South West Rocks conveyancing team makes sure every step — right through to the moment you get your keys — is handled with care.

👉 Read the full guide: Keys in Hand: What Happens on Settlement Day and After: https://www.sheridanlegal.com.au/conveyancing/settlement-day-and-after/

📞 Call us on (02) 6562 3300 to get expert conveyancing support for your NSW property purchase.

15/08/2026

🛡️ Think your Will is enough to protect your family's inheritance? Think again.

A standard Will is a great start — but for many NSW families, it's not enough to stop things going wrong after you're gone.

Here's what a testamentary trust can protect your family from:

💰 The "minors tax" trap — kids under 18 can be taxed up to 66% on inherited income with just a Will

💔 A beneficiary's divorce — without a trust, an inheritance can end up in the matrimonial asset pool

⚖️ Bankruptcy & creditors — protect assets from a beneficiary's financial troubles

🧭 Vulnerable beneficiaries — a trustee controls how and when funds are released

📜 Family Provision Claims — added structure gives your solicitor more tools to defend your estate.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Blended families — make sure your assets go to your children, not someone else's

If you have young kids, a blended family, or significant assets to protect, a testamentary trust could save your loved ones thousands and a whole lot of heartache.

📞 Speak with our NSW estate planning team today on (02) 6562 3300.

👉 Read the full guide: sheridanlegal.com.au/family-law/testamentarytrustnsw/

A standard Will may not be enough to protect your estate. Discover 6 costly pitfalls NSW families avoid by setting up a testamentary trust — from tax savings to divorce protection.

14/08/2026

Buying your first home in NSW? 🏡 Stamp duty could be one of your biggest upfront costs — or, if you qualify, it could cost you nothing at all.

✅ Eligible first home buyers pay $0 stamp duty on homes up to $800,000
✅ A concessional rate applies up to $1,000,000
✅ Buying off the plan? You may be able to defer payment for up to 12 months

But the rules are strict — go even $1 over the threshold, or move in late, and you could lose the exemption altogether. ⚠️

We've broken down exactly what you need to know 👉 Full guide http://www.sheridanlegal.com.au/conveyancing/stamp-duty-exemption/

📞 Questions? Call our conveyancing team on (02) 6562 3300

12/08/2026

Thank you Travas 🙏

02/07/2026

"I have been dealing with Patrick and his team for over fifteen years including Wills, Powers of Attorney, purchase and sale of property and the Estate of my late husband. In all these dealings I have found them to be extremely professional and wouldn't hesitate in recommending them to anyone needing helpful courteous advice and prompt attention."
- Diane Lawrence

When someone you love passes away, the paperwork shouldn't be the hardest part. But death certificates, Probate, bank notifications and final tax filings have a way of piling up fast — right when you have the least energy to deal with them.

Sheridan Legal has helped Mid North Coast families through this exact process for years, with the same care that earned us that review above.

If you're an Executor feeling overwhelmed, you don't need to carry it alone. Patrick Sheridan offers 10 minutes to talk through your situation and tell you exactly what to do next.

📞 Kempsey (02) 6562 3300
📞 South West Rocks (02) 6566 6250

📖 Learn more: http://www.sheridanlegal.com.au/deceased-estates/

28/06/2026

Owning a business is exciting… until an ineffective lease, a supplier dispute, or a staff issue lands on your desk and you realise you're way out of your depth. 😬

That's the thing about running your own business — you're expected to be across employment law, contracts, IP, partnership agreements and more - all while actually trying to grow the business.

You don't have to figure it out alone.

A quick chat with the right lawyer before you sign that lease or send that contract can save you months of stress (and potentially money) down the track.

📞 Talk to Patrick Sheridan today about your business law questions.

Kempsey (02) 6562 3300 or South West Rocks (02) 6566 6250.

👉 www.sheridanlegal.com.au/business-law/