Wills and Estates - Articles
How to Obtain a Copy of a Will
One of the first steps when determining your legal position on estate disputes is often looking at the terms of the Will in question. But how do you obtain a copy of the Will if you aren’t the executor of the estate? The...
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Estate planning for blended families
In Australia alone, one in three families are blended. These families are typically a result of adoptions, separations, divorces and remarriages. More than ever, it’s important for partners in blended families to seek an...
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How to Apply for Probate
When a loved one passes away, the act of administering their estate can be a complex process. If the deceased had a will, the process often starts with a ‘Grant of Probate’.
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How is a professional executor paid for their services?
It is common practice for individuals to appoint their children or other dependants as executors of their estate. Overseeing the distribution of a deceased estate involves a significant amount of time and work on the par...
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Common misconceptions about estate planning
In 2018, comparison site finder.com.au conducted a survey and found that 52 per cent of Australian adults do not have a will. 34 per cent of Australian adults simply haven’t got around to it, but then there are many who ...
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Benefits Of POA & Enduring Guardianship Documents - Taylor & Scott
Giving someone the ability to take control of your life and make decisions on your behalf is a big deal. It’s a decision that places your life in the hands of another. People appoint an attorney and/or enduring guardian ...
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How to Safeguard your Will from Being Contested
Providing for your family and loved ones is a big responsibility. Many people spend their lives ensuring their loved ones have a roof over their heads, but adequately providing for your family continues even after your w...
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5 Reasons to Review your Will this Year
A will is an important document that outlines how you would like your personal estate to be distributed. A will not only communicates your final wishes but allows you to provide for your family and loved ones in the even...
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Who is Able To See My Will?
A will can be a very personal thing and discussing its contents may be uncomfortable. You may only wish for certain people to see your will, even when you’ve passed. So who is able to see your will? A person writing thei...
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Property Law | What happens to inheritance in a Property Settlement?
Upon the breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship, the couple will inevitably need to divide their assets and liabilities (such as the family home and mortgage) by entering into a family law property settlement. ...
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Can an Estate be Contested When the Owner Hasn’t Left a Will?
Death is a somewhat taboo subject in our modern society, and with longer life expectancies and medical breakthroughs, death can seem like a far-off notion. Without forethought and consideration, an unexpected passing may...
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How can Marriage Affect Wills and Estate Planning?
When you make the decision to say ‘I do’, wondering how it may affect your will and your estate in the future probably isn’t at the forefront of your mind. However, marriage can have a huge impact on your will, regardles...
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