What is Enduring Guardianship in NSW?

What is Enduring Guardianship in NSW?

Many people underestimate the importance of appointing an enduring guardian. What is enduring guardianship in NSW? An enduring guardian can make certain lifestyle, health and medical decisions on your behalf if you are incapacitated and cannot make those decisions...
What Does a Sydney Estate Planning Lawyer Do?

What Does a Sydney Estate Planning Lawyer Do?

Estate planning is an important process used to protect your legacy, ensure the execution of your wishes after you die, and help provide clarity for your family during times of uncertainty. As such, an estate plan typically involves more than signing a Will and...
Can Enduring Power of Attorney Change a Will?

Can Enduring Power of Attorney Change a Will?

Can an Enduring Power of Attorney change a Will? No, a Power of Attorney or Enduring Power of Attorney does not change the provisions of a Will. A general Power of Attorney will cease to have effect if the person making the appointment loses capacity, and both general...
Dying intestate – the perils of not making a Will

Dying intestate – the perils of not making a Will

A valid Will determines how your estate is dealt with after you die. Your Will can appoint an appropriate family member or trusted friend to administer your estate (your executor), nominate guardians for young children, determine who will receive your assets and give...
What is An Enduring Power of Attorney?

What is An Enduring Power of Attorney?

A lot of people would have heard of a Power of Attorney. Many, however, do not fully understand the purpose and function of such a document, and the different types of Powers of Attorney. This article explains what a Power of Attorney is, and why making a Power of...
What Happens After Probate is Granted NSW

What Happens After Probate is Granted NSW

Probate is a grant made by the Supreme Court of New South Wales that ‘proves’ the validity of a Will of a deceased person. This is the official process that enables the executor named in the Will to deal with the deceased’s estate. As the legal personal representative...