Are adopted children eligible to contest a will?
Under the law, an adopted child qualifies as a “natural” child. The NSW Succession Act provides clarification on this topic by stating that an adopted child has the same rights...
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Why do people contest estates?
Our contested estate clients come from all walks of life and involve a wide variety of family dynamics and family configurations.
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Everything You Need To Know About Wills, Contested Estates And Family Provision Claims
At Turnbull Hill Lawyers, we understand how confusing Wills can be. That's why we've developed this comprehensive list of FAQs.
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Why bother make a Will if it can be contested?
There is an average of 1,000 family provision claims filed each year in the Supreme Court of NSW. Of those, only 4% are contested.
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Contesting a Will: Common Questions and Answers
Is there a time limit to challenge a will? Who can contest a will? These common questions and others surrounding family provision claim are answered in this blog article by...
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How do I know if I have a Family Provision claim?
Have you been left out of a will? You may have a potential family provision claim. Here's how to check if you can take action.
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How 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?
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The Forfeiture Rule Explained: Allison Baden-Clay Case Study
The High Court of Australia upheld the murder conviction of Gerard Baden-Clay of the murder of his wife, Allison, following several appeals.
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If You Don’t Make A Will Like Prince, Who Will It All Go To?
It is not uncommon that many celebrities worth millions die without a Will. This article focuses on what happened to Prince's estate.
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