Melbourne, Victoria – The Philippine Consulate General (PCG) in Melbourne, in collaboration with the Philippine-Australian Lawyers Association (FALAW), will host a seminar titled “Understanding Philippine and Australian Property Law: Perspectives for Filipino Australians” on Thursday. August 1, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Consulate General office.
The seminar aims to equip Filipino Australians with essential knowledge on the legal and procedural aspects of real estate ownership in both the Philippines and Australia. This initiative responds to growing queries from the community and highlights the potential benefits of regaining Philippine citizenship.
Rochelle Castro, President of FALAW, discussed the motivation behind this collaboration, highlighting FALAW’s continued commitment to working with the Philippine Consulate General and the Filipino community since its formation last year.
“We have collaborated with the PCG on several occasions, including the visit of the justices of the Supreme Court of the Philippines, and we have participated in other events sponsored by the PCG,” Castro said.
FALAW identified common legal challenges faced by Filipino Australians, such as inheritance issues, land disputes and the complexities of property rights in both countries.
“In the Philippines, issues often revolve around inheritance and land disputes. In Australia, it is essential to manage property rights and seek guidance from experts on the subject,” Castro said.
FALAW wants to play an important role in supporting the community beyond this seminar.
“We connect the community with legal experts through our member directory and provide access to other legal resources within the Australian community,” Castro explained.
Looking ahead, FALAW anticipates growing real estate interest among Australian Filipino migrants.
“As the community grows, so does the complexity of the real estate landscape. FALAW aims to provide a general guide to help navigate these complexities,” Castro said.
The seminar is aimed at 50-60 participants and registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested parties can register via the following link: Registration form
For more information, please contact Ms. Rochelle Castro at [email protected].
