Privacy Policy
Fox & Staniland are committed to respecting the privacy of information about individuals.
We are bound by the National Privacy Principles under the Privacy Act 1988 and other laws which protect privacy.
We must only collect personal information that is necessary for our functions and activities. For example, we may collect personal information to provide our legal services or other associated services, such as training and consulting. We may also collect personal information about individuals seeking employment with us.
In certain circumstances we may collect sensitive information or health information about you. We will only collect this information if you provide it voluntarily, consent to us collecting it or we are otherwise authorised by law to do so.
If we are not provided with personal information that we request, we may not be able to fully provide our services to you.
Irrespective of whether personal information is stored electronically or in hard copy form, we take reasonable steps to protect the personal information we hold from misuse and loss and from unauthorised access, modification or disclosure.
Recent Blogs
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Which Court Does Your Dispute Belong In?
09 OCTOBER 2026 One of the most common questions we hear from clients considering legal action is usually a simple one: “Which court do I go to?” It is a more important question than it might first appear. Filing in the wrong court can mean wasted time, unnecessary legal costs, and in some cases having to start the process over entirely. Understanding how the New South Wales court system is structured is the first step to resolving any civil dispute efficiently. Read more
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When Do Privacy Regulations Apply to Small Businesses?
26 AUGUST 2026 Many small businesses assume privacy laws only apply to larger organisations. In Australia, that is not always the case. Under the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), businesses with annual turnover of $3 million or less are generally exempt from the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). However, important exceptions apply. Read more
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Can You Give Up Your Right to Make a Family Provision Claim?
24 SEPTEMBER 2026 Family members sometimes want to avoid future disputes about a person’s estate. One way of doing this is by signing a deed where a person agrees not to make a family provision claim in the future. In New South Wales, signing an agreement is not enough. Read more
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Why You Should Start Planning Your Business Succession Early
13 JULY 2026 For many business owners, their business is their most valuable asset. Yet succession planning is often delayed until retirement is approaching or unexpected circumstances force important decisions. Planning your business succession early gives you greater control over the future of your business, helps protect its value, and ensures a smoother transition when the time comes. Read more
