23 Mar 2022 Wills, estates and succession planning Responding to a Family Provision claim When a will is contested it can cause considerable financial and emotional strain to the parties involved.
25 Aug 2021 Wills, estates and succession planning Electronic witnessing for estate planning documents in Victoria, Queensland and New South Wales In response to COVID-19 restrictions, state governments have implemented legislation that allows certain documents to be executed electronically and/or witnessed remotely.
22 Aug 2019 Wills, estates and succession planning New guardianship and administration legislation in Victoria Changes impact meaning and assessment of decision-making capacity, and the appointment of a guardian or administrator.
27 Mar 2019 Wills, estates and succession planning Separated but not divorced? It is even more important for you to have a Will! The period between separation and finalising a divorce and property settlement has significant risk if you do not have a Will in place.
14 Feb 2018 Wills, estates and succession planning Probate v Letters of Administration How will your estate be dealt with after your death?
14 Feb 2018 Wills, estates and succession planning Formal requirements for a valid Will A poorly prepared Will can result in additional cost to the estate.
26 Jul 2017 Wills, estates and succession planning The difference between an executor and a trustee It is important to understand the difference between the roles and how to choose who to nominate.
26 Jun 2017 Wills, estates and succession planning What is estate planning? Don't forget to consider ownership of non-estate assets.
22 May 2017 Wills, estates and succession planning What is an appointment of enduring guardian? Planning ahead brings peace of mind to you and your next of kin.
22 May 2017 Wills, estates and succession planning What is an enduring power of attorney? Appoint someone you trust to deal with your matters if you can't.