Harris Freidman Lawyers

20/03/2026

📢 Community Event – Estate Planning Information Session

We’re delighted to be partnering with Randwick City Council for an upcoming Estate Planning Information Session,

⏰ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
📍 Margaret Martin Library, Royal Randwick Shopping Centre

This free session will help you understand:
✔️ What documents you need for a solid estate plan
✔️ What “capacity” means and why it matters
✔️ What happens if someone can no longer make estate planning decisions

🍪 Light refreshments provided.
📌 Registrations are essential – places are limited.
👉 Register here:

Estate Planning Information Session Thu 26 Mar 2026 - Thu 26 Mar 2026 6.30 pm - 8 pm Location Margaret Martin Library Address Royal Randwick Shopping Centre Level 1, 73 Belmore Rd, Randwick Join us for an information session on estate planning. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PLAN FOR THE FUTURE Join us fo...

06/01/2026

⚖️ We’re excited to share some wonderful news from our team!

Congratulations to Ashley Lovelock, who has been promoted to Senior Associate.

Ashley has shown outstanding dedication and leadership, with 7 years PAE, a successfully completed Master’s degree, and praise from other colleagues and senior counsels, Ashley continues to impress with her professionalism and the care she provides to her clients.

In 2025, Ashley was also independently nominated for a Client Service Award, highlighting the strong relationships she builds and the exceptional support she provides.

Ashley is steadily building a strong client following of her own, and we couldn’t be prouder of her achievements.

Please join us in celebrating Ashley’s well‑deserved promotion! 🎉

09/09/2025

🎉 Big news! 🎉

We’re so proud of Ash and Les – both have been named Finalists in the Inside Family Law Awards 2025! 🌟

The winners are chosen by the judges, but community votes can make a difference. 🗳️

👉 Show your support and vote here: www.mediationanswers.com.au

05/09/2025

We’re proud to announce that our Family Law Team has received two independent nominations at the Inside Family Law Awards!

Ashley Lovelock – Client Care Award 🏆
Les Stubbs – Excellence Award 🏆

Nominated by people outside the firm, this recognition highlights the genuine impact of their work with clients and the profession.

The Awards, judged by The Hon Peter Rose AM KC, Lara Wentworth, Tijana Petkovic and Katrene Halteh, will be announced on 24 September in Sydney.

Congratulations to Ashley and Les! 👏

04/08/2025

Why the words in your Will matter more than you think...

A recent NSW case shows how unclear wording in a Will can lead to court proceedings, delays, and unexpected outcomes for loved ones. Check out Nicola Sharp's article about this case: https://hflawyers.com.au/how-important-are-the-words-in-my-will-a-look-at-the-estate-of-thwaite/

Even one vague sentence can create confusion about your wishes. That’s why it’s so important to have a well-drafted Will that clearly reflects what you want and why.

If it’s been a while since you reviewed your Will (or if you’ve never made one), now’s a great time to chat with us.

July 2025 - Nicola Sharp Earlier this month, Justice Mark Richmond gave a judgment in the matter of The Estate of Thwaite. The case was a request for judicial advice for the interpretation of a clause in the Will of the late Gordon John Thwaite. This case highlights the importance of clearly express...

23/05/2025

We’re hiring! Our Family Law team is looking for a PA/Legal Secretary to join our supportive and down-to-earth team. You'll work closely with leading specialists in a role that’s hands-on and full of variety.

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built — collaborative, friendly, and professional, with space to grow and laugh along the way.

Immediate start preferred. Know someone who’d be a great fit? Send them our way!

Posted 6:06:46 AM. About the role We are looking for a full time focused PA or Paralegal, working with one of the…See this and similar jobs on LinkedIn.

07/05/2025

Are you a startup founder sitting on a great idea?

Here’s the truth: ideas alone aren’t protected under IP law. But the moment you put pen to paper, code to screen, or brand to product, you’ve created something worth protecting.

Our latest article by Rosemary Saad breaks down the key steps every startup should take to safeguard their most valuable (and vulnerable) asset: their intellectual property.

Read more and protect what’s yours: https://hflawyers.com.au/what-every-startup-should-know-about-protecting-its-intellectual-property/

May 2025 - Rosemary Saad WHAT EVERY STARTUP NEEDS TO KNOW ABOUT PROTECTING THEIR IP Startups thrive on innovation, but without proper intellectual property (IP) protection, their innovation could be at risk. IP is intangible - something you can’t physically touch or see - but that doesn't mean it ...

26/03/2025

Did you know that for two years, foreign investors will be BANNED from purchasing residential property in Australia? ❌

The Australian Government has made a bold move to tackle housing affordability.

Find out how the new temporary ban on foreign property purchases could impact you in Hannah Phelps' new article: https://hflawyers.com.au/australia-imposes-ban-on-foreign-purchases-of-residential-property/

March 2025 - Hannah Phelps Australia Imposes Temporary Ban on Foreign Purchases of Established Dwellings In a measure to address housing affordability and availability, on 16 February 2025, the Australian Government announced significant changes to its foreign investment policies regarding residenti...

26/03/2025

🏡 Important Update: NSW Rental Laws Have Changed! 🏡

If you're a tenant or landlord in NSW, these new laws will affect you. The Minns Government has introduced the biggest rental law reforms in over a decade, impacting rules on:

✔️ Evictions
🐾 Pets
💰 Rent Increases
🚰 Water Efficiency Standards

These changes are already in effect, so it’s crucial to know how they impact you.

Read Elizabeth Cooper’s article for full details on your rights and responsibilities: https://hflawyers.com.au/nsw-rental-laws-key-changes-you-need-to-know/

March 2025 - Liz Cooper NSW Rental Laws: Key Changes You Need to Know The Minns Labor Government have recently passed the most significant updates to New South Wales' rental laws in over a decade. These changes are now in effect, reshaping the landscape for both tenants and landlords. The key change...

25/03/2025

We congratulate Rosemary Saad on her admission as a lawyer! 🎉 From the moment she joined us as a paralegal in 2022, we knew she was destined for great things. Her dedication, sharp legal mind, and unwavering commitment to excellence make her a truly promising lawyer!

A particularly special moment in her admission was having her father, also a lawyer, move her admission. Rosemary shared, he was the one who made sure she was thinking like a lawyer long before she became one.

We are proud to have Rosie continue her legal career with us and cannot wait to see her thrive in it. Congratulations again Rosie, the future is bright ✨⚖️

24/03/2025

Can You Relocate with Your Child After Separation? 🤔🏡

If you're considering a fresh start in a new location with your child after separating, it's important to understand your legal rights and obligations. Do you need the other parent’s consent? What happens if you can’t agree?

In our latest article, Ashley Lovelock explains the key considerations and legal steps involved.

Read more here: https://hflawyers.com.au/can-i-relocate-with-my-child-after-separating-from-my-spouse/

Need legal advice? Our team is here to help. 📞💼

March 2025 - Ashley Lovelock Can I Relocate With My Child After Separating From My Spouse? It is common for parties to want a “fresh start” if they separate, and to relocate with their children. This article explores the considerations to have regard to: Do I need the other parent’s consent? A...

12/03/2025

⚖️ NSW’s Hate Speech Laws Are Changing – What You Need to Know ⚖️

The NSW Government is proposing significant changes to hate speech laws, broadening the definition of incitement and lowering the proof threshold for prosecution. These changes could have major implications for individuals, businesses, and legal professionals.

Priscilla Sidey breaks down what these changes mean and how they could impact you. Read more here: https://hflawyers.com.au/what-changes-do-the-new-hate-speech-laws-make-in-nsw/

March 2025 - Priscilla Sidey What Changes Do the New ‘Hate Speech Laws’ Make in NSW? In response to the recent media reporting’s of anti-Semitic attacks across Sydney, the Government seeks to introduce new hate speech laws in New South Wales. What is reported to being proposed are changes, nam...