Solicitor Trust Accounts: Of no interest
Solicitor Trust Accounts: Of no interest It is a little-known fact outside of law firms that funds held in solicitor trust accounts on behalf of clients earn no interest...
Read MoreHow can you identify undue influence?
Undue influence can cause significant stress, especially when a will is contested. How can you identify this and address it to prevent harm? Undue influence is a common issue...
Read MoreTaking shortcuts with your Will is not the best idea
We have all been through the experience of having to paint a room, a shed, a cupboard or a house. In all the above situations, there are opportunities to...
Read MoreThe Forfeiture Rule Explained: Allison Baden-Clay Case Study
“Financial gain” (ie. money) is often the motive for murder – as was pressed by the Crown in the final court appeal of the 2012 murder of Allison Baden-Clay...
Read MoreThe dangers of homemade Wills
A home-made Will can be a recipe for a “disaster waiting to happen” … causing havoc and trauma when least expected! Some people think that making a Will is...
Read MoreTravelling over the holidays? Remember to ensure your Estate Planning documents are in order
Are you travelling during the holiday period? Do you have Power of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship documents in place, as well as your Will? Christmas and the holidays come...
Read MoreHow can a Willmaker protect their wishes if their capacity is in question?
This article follows our previous article on the topic: How is testamentary capacity determined when making a Will In our previous article we discussed how testamentary capacity is determined...
Read MoreAn important ruling regarding a de facto spouse and superannuation death benefits
On the 22nd of April 2011, Ms Redfearn passed away as a consequence of an attempted suicide 2 days prior. The deceased’s mother, Mrs Ievers, was then appointed as...
Read MoreThe power of a handwritten note or video recording when drafting a Will
Families and lives can be complex and for various reasons, both good and bad, a person may not wish to leave their Estate, or a portion of their Estate,...
Read MoreIf You Don’t Make A Will Like Prince, Who Will It All Go To?
If like Prince, you die without having made a Will, who will your Estate go to? It is surprisingly not uncommon that many celebrities worth millions die without a...
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