What to do if you’ve been asked to be an executor of a Will?
An executor’s job is to carry out the terms of the deceased’s Will. We explain what is required of you, as an executor of a Will.
Widow’s Claim for More from Estate Fails
This post discusses a recent case of a contested will that shows that that just because an estate is large, doesn’t mean a challenge will be successful.
I have been left some money/property in a Will.
Have you been left something in a Will? We explain the process involved in administering an estate before beneficiaries can claim their assets.
Spouses Ignore Obligations Under Power of Attorney Documents
In this blog post we examine the legal obligations of a spouse under an enduring power of attorney.
What to do if you have been unfairly left out of a Will
We provide the legal action steps involved to contest a Will if you think you have been unfairly provided for by a deceased’s Will (or left out of the Will)
Dame Leonie’s Promise Gives Away The Farm
In this blog post we review a case study of a will that is contested due to a promise that was made and not included in the will and what the outcome was.
No Body’s Business: Who Owns Your Body?
This post addresses the importance of having a will that clearly addresses the question of the disposal of your remains, so that your wishes are understood.
Save it for Bunnings: Why DIY is not a good idea with Wills
In this post we give a case study example of the problems that can happen when somebody prepares their own will.
Providing for Adult Children in Wills
In this post we look at some of the critical factors to consider when preparing a will when you children are adults.
Minimising Tax on Super When You Die
In this post we discuss how to minimise the tax payable on your superannuation, by your beneficiaries, when you die.
