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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. -
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. -
Updating your will if your child separates from partner
This post explains what parents should do in terms of updating their will if their child has separated from their partner. -
A Helpful Guide to Wills and Estates
Need to make a will and plan your estate? Our free guide to wills and estates is here to answer your questions and get you started! -
Family Law | Inheritances
Family Lawyer, Shane Williams, describes inheritances in family law case.View Video -
Dispute over funeral plan; Who has the final say?
Family Lawyer Charlie Robinson talks you through who has the final say when it comes to honouring the remains of a loved one. -
Case Study - The importance of the residue clause
Lawyer, Charlie Robinson outlines the importance of the residue clause in Deceased Estates matters. -
Wills & Estates | Family Trusts And Wills
Shane Williams, lawyer at Tonkin Legal Group, explains family trusts and Wills.View Video -
Wills & Estates | Obtaining A Grant Of Probate
Charlie Robinson, lawyer at Tonkin Legal Group, explains how to obtain a Grant of Probate in Victoria.View Video -
The Purpose of Probate
There is a common misconception that, when someone dies, their Will can be acted on immediately and the assets of the deceased distributed to beneficiaries. -
Wills & Estates | Testamentary Capacity
Lawyer, Ruby Heath, explains the necessary steps to avoid having your will challenged by obtaining a Testamentary Capacity Certificate.View Video -
Harmful Home-Made Wills
Most people mistakenly think that preparing a Will is an easy task. It is important to know that the laws surrounding a valid Will -
Can you leave a gift to charity in your Will?
If a charity has made an impact on your life or the life of someone close to you, you may be looking for a special way to say thank you ... -
Duties of an Executor or Administrator
Being an Executor or an Administrator of an estate is an important role. Marlee explains the importance of choosing the right person.View Video -
Common Inheritance Mistakes - Part 3
Ice Cream, not Superannuation, may be better for Grandchildren -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 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 -
Self-Managed Super Funds & Incapacity – Part One
Most people will suffer mental incapacity before they die. In this post, we discuss the implications of incapacity for people with self managed super funds -
Successful Will Challenge Allows Purchase of $250,000 Guitar
Successful Wills Challenge Allows Beneficiary to Purchase $250,000 Guitar -
Take control of your Super
In this post, we discuss the legal issues to consider when establishing a Self-Managed Super Fund. -
A Guide to Testamentary Trusts
A testamentary trust trust allows a beneficiary to have the benefit of an asset given to them under a Will without them legally owning it... -
Binding Death Benefit Nominations vs Reversionary Pensions
This post discusses which prevails where there is a conflict between the Binding Death Benefit Nominations and the Reversionary Pensions in estate planning -
Who controls a self managed fund on the death of a member?
Who has the chequebook? A failure to ensure that the right person controls payment of the death benefit in a self-managed fund can be disastrous. -
Enduring Powers of Attorney
In this post, we answer common questions about enduring Powers of Attorney, including what they are, when and why you might need one.