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From business law to family matters, Bateman Battersby’s experienced team provides clear advice and practical solutions tailored to your needs. Explore our full range of services and discover how we can help you move forward with confidence.
40+
Years Experience
Trusted
For Generations
Qualified
Accreddited Law Specialists
Local
Serving Penrith & Western Sydney
Services
Comprehensive legal solutions for complex matters
The cornerstone of legal excellence in Western Sydney
For over three decades, local families, established businesses, and experienced property investors have trusted us with their legal matters. Our history of excellence shines through the long-lasting relationships we have built with our clients.
Proudly Serving Western Sydney
Property Developers
Commercial Investors
Individuals & Estates
Multi-Generational Family Businesses
Families
Law Society of NSW Members
Generational Relationships, Built on Trust & Results
Members of Property, Sporting, and Business Law Associations
About Us
Heritage, innovation, and generational trust
Our Mission
Since 1991, Bateman Battersby has served as the cornerstone of legal excellence in Western Sydney. We combine institutional knowledge with innovative strategies to provide sophisticated legal services that builds and protects generational success.
Our Commitment
We create comprehensive legal solutions that consider both immediate needs and long-term concerns. Our heritage of excellence ensures that when the stakes are high and the matters are complex, you have proven and reliable advocates in your corner.
FAQ
Legal questions
answered
What are my Social Security Entitlements?
The age pension is paid to men who are between 65 and 67 or older and women qualify at different ages depending on their date of birth. Your right to a pension depends on either an income test or an assets test, whichever gives you the smallest pension. It could also depend on a period of permanent residence in Australia.
The assets test applies to a number of pensions as well as the age pension. Your own home is not counted in the test and in addition you may have assets to a certain value before the pension is affected.
The age pension is taxable but not if it is your only source of income. The income test may reduce your pension depending on how much you earn, for example from part-time jobs or investments.
Pension rates vary for married and single people and are adjusted periodically to take into account inflation. Federal, state and local governments provide fringe benefits to pensioners. These include health benefits, reduced charges for rates, telephone, gas, electricity, and car registration and concession rates on public transport.
If your spouse is intellectually or physically disabled or seriously ill and you have to care for him or her at home, you may be eligible for a carer’s pension.
If you do not agree with a decision in relation to your pension made by Centrelink you may be entitled to seek a review of that decision and if you are not satisfied with the result you may be entitled to appeal against it. You can appeal to the Social Securities Appeal Tribunal or alternatively to the Administrative Appeal Tribunal.
Bateman Battersby can advise you on the appeals process to these tribunals and represent you if you wish or assist you to make written submissions in respect to your case.