Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of Whitestone Law’s website (the “Website”) and your engagement with our legal services. By accessing the Website or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Website or our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Website or engaging Whitestone Law, you confirm that you have read, understood, and accepted these Terms. These Terms form a legally binding agreement between you and Whitestone Law.

2. General Website Disclaimer

  • The Website is provided as a general information service to clients, colleagues, and others.

  • The information published on the Website does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such.

  • Accessing or using the Website does not create a solicitor–client relationship.

  • You should not take, or refrain from taking, action based on Website content without obtaining legal advice specific to your circumstances.

  • Past outcomes and case studies do not guarantee similar results in the future.

  • Images may feature current or former personnel, or models not affiliated with Whitestone Law.

3. Changes to Website and Terms

Whitestone Law may update or modify:

  • The Website, its content, and services described on it; and

  • These Terms, at any time.

Changes take effect upon publication. Your continued use of the Website indicates acceptance of updated Terms.

4. Intellectual Property and Proprietary Rights

  • The Website and all content, including legal updates, articles, branding, design, and materials, are the property of Whitestone Law and/or its licensors.

  • You are granted a limited, non-exclusive licence to view and print Website content for personal or business use.

  • You must not reproduce, distribute, modify, sell, or exploit Website content without Whitestone Law’s prior written consent.

5. Permitted Uses

You agree to:

  • Access the Website only through standard web browsers;

  • Use the Website solely for lawful purposes;

  • Not remove or alter acknowledgements, credits, or notices on Website content.

6. Restrictions

You must not:

  • Damage, disable, impair, or interfere with the Website;

  • Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any systems connected to the Website;

  • Use the Website for unlawful, fraudulent, or harmful activity.

7. Information Provided on the Website

  • Content is provided “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” without warranty of any kind.

  • Whitestone Law does not guarantee accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information on the Website.

  • You are responsible for verifying any information before relying on it.

8. Links to Other Sites

  • The Website may contain links to external websites. These are provided for convenience only.

  • Whitestone Law does not control or endorse external sites and is not responsible for their content.

  • Use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

9. Engagement of Legal Services

When formally engaging Whitestone Law, a costs agreement will be provided in compliance with the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW).
Clients agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information;

  • Pay fees in accordance with agreed terms;

  • Cooperate with Whitestone Law to enable effective service delivery.

10. Fees and Payment

  • Professional fees and disbursements will be communicated at the outset of engagement.

  • Fees are payable under the terms of our invoices and costs agreement.

  • Any fee disputes must be raised promptly and will be addressed in good faith.

11. Limitation of Liability

  • To the fullest extent permitted by law, Whitestone Law disclaims liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential loss arising from use of the Website or reliance on Website content.

  • While Whitestone Law exercises care in providing legal services, no guarantee is made as to outcomes of legal matters.

12. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify Whitestone Law, its principals, employees, and contractors from any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your misuse of the Website or breach of these Terms.

13. Termination of Services

We may cease acting for you if you:

  • Fail to comply with these Terms;

  • Do not provide necessary instructions;

  • Fail to pay fees as agreed; or

  • Otherwise act in a way that prevents us from providing services effectively.

You remain liable for fees incurred up to the termination date.

14. Privacy

Use of the Website and engagement of our services are also governed by our Privacy Policy, available on the Website.

15. Copyright

© Whitestone Law. All rights reserved. The Website is protected by copyright laws. You may not modify, reproduce, or distribute Website content without Whitestone Law’s express written permission.

16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Any disputes are subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Whitestone Law in relation to Website use and engagement of our legal services. Any variation must be agreed in writing.