We recently assisted a client whose spouse passed away without a Will. Despite being married for over 50 years, the Court questioned the legitimacy of their relationship due to the absence of a formal marriage certificate. Back in the day, in some countries, official...
Short answer: No. An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) lets someone make legal and financial decisions for you during your lifetime. It cannot make, change, or revoke your Will. Only you can change your Will if you have testamentary capacity. In rare cases, the...
Thinking about writing your own Will to save some time and money? It’s a common thought, but it can lead to problems for your loved ones. While a simple, do-it-yourself Will might seem appealing, the law surrounding Wills is complex and unforgiving of mistakes....
It’s hard to imagine that somebody would harm, intimidate or take advantage of an aged and vulnerable person. Unfortunately, however, elder abuse occurs within our society and sadly, the perpetrators are often those entrusted with caring for our older generation. What...
Making a Will is important, particularly if you are part of a blended family. A blended family is a family in which one or both partners have a child or children from a previous relationship. Careful estate planning now should ensure that: All of your intended...
Family businesses are the backbone of Australia’s economy, contributing over 70% of the nation’s GDP and employing a significant portion of the workforce. However, their long-term success can be fragile, with only a fraction operated by the third...
