Your Legal Kabayan

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Your go-to legal podcast for Filipinos in Australia. Mabuhay! If you’re a Filipino working, studying, or building a life in Australia, this podcast is for you. Your Legal Kabayan shares helpful, easy-to-understand legal info – from immigration and estate planning to everyday legal matters. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Tune in for new episodes every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month! Listen now at www.ravanalawyers.com.auClick ⁠here⁠ to book a free discovery call.: https://calendly.com/ravana_lawyers/

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Ep. 7: Why Your Lawyer is Asking More Questions – The New AML/CTF Rules Explained 22.04.2026 8:58

Hello mga Kabayan. Ces here and welcome to Episode 7 of Your Legal Kabayan Podcast. Let me start with a question. Have you ever gone to your lawyer thinking, “I just need help with a contract, conveyancing or drafting my will” and suddenly, your lawyer is asking for your passport, proof of address, details about your job and even where your money came from? And you’re thinking: “Since when do...

Ep. 6: No Will, No Say! What Really Happens When You Die Without One in Australia 20.03.2026 9:19

Hello mga Kabayan. Ces here and welcome to Episode 6 of Your Legal Kabayan Podcast. In our last episode, we talked about the difference between a Standard Will and a Testamentary Trust Will. Today, we’re tackling a topic many people avoid – but one that affects everyone: What happens if you die without a will in Australia? A lot of people assume things like: •“My family will just sort it out.”...

Ep. 5: Standard Will vs Testamentary Trust Will – What’s the Difference? 05.03.2026 9:34

Hello mga kabayan! Ces here, and welcome to Episode #5 of Your Legal Kabayan Podcast . Today, we’re talking about wills — this is basically the instruction manual you leave behind for your loved ones. And we’ll dive into a question many families ask: What’s the difference between a Standard Will and a Testamentary Trust Will? By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how they differ, and whi...

Ep. 4: Navigating Immigration in Australia 18.02.2026 11:01

Hello mga kabayan. Ces here and welcome to episode #4 of Your Legal Kabayan Podcast. Today, we’re diving into a topic that every Filipino migrant should know —whether you're already here in Australia or still planning your journey: immigration pathways. If you’ve ever felt confused by visas, unsure which path to take, or worried about making the wrong move, this episode is for you. Why Austr...

Ep. 3: Property Buying in Queensland: What Every Buyer Needs to Know 04.02.2026 9:36

Hi and welcome back to Your Legal Kabayan — the podcast where we explain Australian legal topics in a way that’s simple, practical, and easy to understand, especially for migrants and Filipino families here in Australia. I’m Ces from Ravana Lawyers, and today we’re talking about something that many of us dream about — buying property in Australia Now, buying a home or even an investment property i...

Ep. 2: Estate Planning for Migrant Families in Australia 28.01.2026 8:23

Welcome back to Your Legal Kabayan – your friendly guide to understanding the law here in Australia. Hi, Ces here from Ravana Lawyers and today we’re jumping into a topic that a lot of people avoid… but honestly, it’s one of the most important things we can do for our families. We’re talking about Estate Planning. Now don’t worry – this won’t be intimidating or super legal-heavy. Think of this...

Ep. 1: Legal Myths: Let’s Clear Them Up 23.01.2026 8:10

Hi Ces here. Welcome to today’s episode! Today, we’re diving into something we always hear in the community, those bits of information that sound true... but aren’t quite right. If you’ve ever heard a friend say “Pwede na yan”, “Sabi nila ganito daw”, or “Ay hindi na kailangan yan”, then this episode is definitely for you. We’re busting some of the biggest misconceptions in estate planning, person...