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Common Inheritance Mistakes - Part 3
Ice Cream, not Superannuation, may be better for Grandchildren -
Separation & Divorce | What happens at the first meeting?
St. John Heather, Partner and Accredited Family Law Specialist provides an overview of what you can achieve at your first meeting.View Video -
Prenuptial Agreements – a Case Study
It is possible for persons commencing a relationship to have an agreement that deals with what is to happen to each of their assets, in the event... -
How do I get my Will started?
Charlie Robinson, Lawyer, discusses how to start your Will and the process that will be undertaken in your initial meeting.View Video -
The impact of the Banking Royal Commission on Family Law
The recent Royal Commission into misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry (‘the Royal Commission) has impacted upon many .. -
Distributions to Beneficiaries - When do I receive my Money?
In this video, Marlee Viero explains why there is a delay in distributing funds to beneficiaries from an Estate.View Video -
Do I keep the House that I bought into our Relationship?
Good question, and one that frequently comes up in Family Law when negotiating a property settlement with the other party. -
Issues Associated with Home Made Wills
In this video, Shane Williams discusses the problems with home made Wills and the issue with gifting a home with a mortgage.View Video -
Common Inheritance Mistakes Part 2
Loans in Wills – including mortgages – can cause serious problems with a Willmaker’s estate. Gift of Property Subject to a Mortgage -
Can my Will be Contested After I Die?
The short answer, unfortunately, is yes. However, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk of your Will being challenged or contested.... -
A Helpful Guide to Successfully Navigating Separation and Divorce
Our free guide to help you successfully navigate separation and divorce. Essential reading for anyone thinking about or currently negotiating separation. -
Mythbusting about defacto relationships and family law
In this post, Partner St John Heath busts some popular myths about the breakdown of defacto relationships and family law -
Self-Managed Super Funds & Incapacity – Part Two
Many people will suffer mental incapacity before they die. In this post, we discuss the implications of incapacity for people with self managed super funds. -
What happens when parents refuse to follow Parenting Orders
This post discusses what happens when parents don't follow Parenting Orders. -
What happens if you die without a Will?
Have you ever wondered what happens if you die without leaving a Will? -
Be careful about prenuptial and binding financial agreements
This post is required reading for anyone planning to enter into a Pre-Nuptial agreement or other binding Financial Agreement. -
What happens after your initial appointment?
Separation can be overwhelming and confusing. Many clients ask, “What is the next step after the initial appointment with the solicitor? What happens now?” -
Lawyer or Conveyancer? Who should handle your conveyancing?
Tonkin Legal outlines the reasons why you should chose an experienced law firm to manage your conveyancing transaction. -
Guide to being an Executor
In this post, we answer some frequently asked questions about the role of an Executor of a Will. -
Gifts to Children & Avoiding Problems with Your Estate
In this post, we discuss how making a financial gift to help one child can cause problems later on and how to address this in your Estate planning -
The importance of financial disclosure in Family Law matters
In Family Law matters, each party is legally required to provide “full and frank” financial disclosure. -
Reasons to Formalise your Family Law Property Settlement
In this post, we explain why it is important to formalise your property settlement agreement to avoid paying unncessary tax. -
Conveyancers Beware | You Now Have to Collect GST
Lawyers working in conveyancing regarding the purchase and sale of land need to be aware of the new GST Withholding regime. -
What happens to your Digital Assets when you die?
In this post, we explain what happens you your digital assets when you die. -
Common Inheritance Mistakes – Part 1
In this post, we discuss common inheritance mistakes, particularly those focused on superannuation and how it is treated on the death of the fund member -
Using secret recordings as evidence in family law cases
This post discusses the problems associate with using secret recordings as evidence in family law matters, using a recent case as an example. -
Melbourne property prices continue to soar
Melbourne buyers continue to feel frustrated at properties selling well above the reserve prices. -
Where there's a Will, there's a way!
It is important to review your Will regularly (at least every few years) and particularly if there is a significant change in circumstances. -
Disclosure of Sensitive Material in Family Law Matters
This post looks at the unintended consequences of the disclosure of sensitive information in Family Law proceedings which involve family violence.