Laithwaite Legal

16/06/2026

Acting for a parent, spouse, or loved one?
Before we can accept instructions on someone else's behalf, we'll need to confirm that you have the legal authority to act for them.
For property matters, this usually means providing a registered Power of Attorney.
We'll also need to complete Verification of Identity (VOI) checks, which may apply to both the attorney and the person who appointed them.
We know it can seem like a lot of paperwork, but these checks help protect everyone involved and are now an important part of our compliance obligations.

14/06/2026

🩸World Blood Donor Day🩸
Did you know 3 blood donations are needed every minute?
It costs nothing to help save a life.
It takes one hour to give someone else years.
You never know when you might need it.
The team at Laithwaite Legal are big donators of the red stuff and you can be too. Just click the link below to find a donation clinic near you.
It's needed now more than ever.
https://www.lifeblood.com.au/

11/06/2026

💡 Did you know?
If you’re buying or selling through a company or trust, we may need extra information.
This can include:
• Directors and shareholders
• Trustees and beneficiaries
• Who ultimately controls the entity
This is known as identifying the “beneficial owner” — basically, who’s really behind the transaction.

08/06/2026

🔒 Your information matters
We understand you’re sharing personal information with us.
All documents are handled securely and in line with strict privacy obligations.
We only collect what we need to meet legal requirements — nothing more.

04/06/2026

02/06/2026

AML/CTF FAQs 👇
• Why ID? → Legal requirement
• Will it delay things? → Not if done early
• Is my info safe? → Yes
• Can I refuse? → You can, but we may not be able to act.

31/05/2026

Just to reassure you — these new AML/CTF checks apply to all clients.
It’s not personal, it’s regulation ✔️

28/05/2026

Today we celebrate the humble paperclip — holding things together, living in every drawer, and somehow being impossible to vacuum up without causing chaos.

27/05/2026

VALE, Patrick Gleeson

Long time friend, peer, mentor, and downright awesome person.

On Friday 29 May, our Scone office will be closed as our team attends Pat’s funeral.

Our thoughts are with his family, friends and everyone whose lives he touched.

We appreciate your understanding and patience while we take this time to pay our respects.

26/05/2026

💡 Did you know?
Our obligations don’t stop after we verify your identity.
We’re required to keep information up to date and may ask questions throughout your matter if anything changes.
It’s all part of staying compliant and protecting your transaction.