When a family member or dependent believes they have not been properly provided for in a deceased person’s Will, they may start legal action. In New South Wales, the first step is to determine if they are an ‘eligible person’ and understand their family provision...
As an executor, you carry the important and often complex responsibility of carrying out the wishes set out in a deceased person’s Will. If you are defending a Family Provision Claim in NSW, this role becomes even more challenging. A claim arises when someone argues...
When someone dies, they may leave a Will appointing one or more executors to manage their affairs. The executor’s duties typically include: making funeral arrangements identifying, collecting and valuing the deceased’s assets notifying account providers and government...
A Will is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. For many Australians, a simple Will, leaving everything outright to a spouse or dividing it equally among the children does the job adequately. It provides clarity and avoids the uncertainty of dying...
A joint tenancy is a common way for two or more people to own property together in Australia, particularly for married couples or domestic partners. However, life changes and sometimes what made sense at the start no longer does. This can lead to a situation where one...
Estate planning is about taking control of your future and looking after yourself and your loved ones. It’s about protecting what you have, and planning for the inevitable, and the unforeseen. Many people put it off, thinking it’s only for the wealthy or elderly, but...
