What’s Wrong With a Will Kit or an Online Will?
Wednesday, 1 December, 2021
Will kits purchased at the newsagent or online wills which are now available appear to be a convenient, cheap and fast way of directing what is to happen to your assets on your death. But they can cause problems which can end up costing your estate a great deal of money.
Read moreThings to Think About When Choosing Executors
Monday, 6 September, 2021
An executor is the person you appoint in your Will to collect your assets and administer your estate on your death.
Read moreNovel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and executing your Will
Friday, 3 April, 2020
The Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) is changing the way in which people conduct their lives. The promotion of self-isolation and social distancing during this unprecedented period is encouraging businesses across the country to innovate. This includes legal practices.
Read moreAdvance Care Directive
Thursday, 17 October, 2019
Have you recently prepared an Advance Care Directive?
Read moreI want some too!
Tuesday, 2 July, 2019
The likelihood of the success of an adult child in a claim for further provision from an estate is often a matter to be considered by a person when making a will.
Read moreWills and overseas properties
Thursday, 16 May, 2019
It is becoming increasingly more common for Australians to own property overseas. When property is held in different countries it is important that consideration is given to ensuring this property is dealt with in accordance with your wishes upon your death.
Read moreThings You Should Know!
Saturday, 30 March, 2019
Generally, a will remains valid until the person who made the will changes or revokes it. But there are exceptions that you may not be aware of.
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Testamentary Capacity
Sunday, 2 December, 2018
The question of the capacity of a testator (person making a will) is often questioned where a will makes little or no provision for persons who would ordinarily have expected an interest. It is often a child of the testator.
Read moreDo I Need a Will?
Sunday, 11 November, 2018
If you die without a will, the law decides how your estate is to be distributed and who can be your executors. There will be no specific gifts. You will have had no say. You are said to have died “intestate”.
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