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What you need to know about Advance Care Directives and Powers of Attorney
May 5, 2026
An Advance Care Directive sets out your wishes regarding future healthcare, accommodation and lifestyle decisions. Setting out legally binding refusals of healthcare, it enables you to appoint someone as your substitute decision maker if you are unable to make decisions for yourself. ACDs are becoming a mandatory requirement for nursing homes, hospitals and doctors. A […]
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compulsory acquisition
Are you being affected by a compulsory acquisition?
April 2, 2026
Scammell & Co. Lawyers can help residents whose property is being acquired by federal, state or local governments. If you have received a Notice of Intention by an authority who intends to acquire your land or place any easement, right of way or other licence on your land, contact our office. Our experienced lawyers can ensure your […]
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If you are responsible for dealing with a deceased estate, read on…
March 3, 2026
Our firm is one of South Australia’s leading and trusted estate administrators. If you are an executor, our lawyers will guide you through the process and provide you with independent advice to ensure the deceased’s estate is administered as efficiently as possible. Executors have several responsibilities beyond applying to the Supreme Court of South Australia […]
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Have you been injured in a motor vehicle accident?
February 3, 2026
If you have sustained an injury in a motor vehicle accident you should seek medical attention, report the incident to police, and obtain legal advice as you may be entitled to compensation. If you choose to formally lodge any claim for personal injury, you must do so within the specified period of six months following […]
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Family law changes
January 13, 2026
In June 2025, changes to the Family Law Act relating to the property and finances of separating couples came into effect. The court is now required to consider the economic impact of family violence and the ownership of pets when determining property settlements and spousal maintenance. Changes also make explicit reference to wastage and place […]
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Christmas closure
December 16, 2025
All four of our offices will close at midday on 23 December and reopen on 5 January 2026. If you need to speak to us urgently during this time, please call 0412 975 081. We wish everyone the best for the festive season.  
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