Can grandchildren contest a will?
How can a grandchild challenge a will? Large families with complex family structures, that include multiple grandchildren, are becoming increasingly common throughout Australia and NSW. Grandparents are also becoming more...
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The rights of a beneficiary
What are your rights as a beneficiary of a will or estate in NSW? How will you be notified if you have been named to receive an inheritance? What laws...
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New legal developments (Case Law)
Our Contested Wills & Estates team is up-to-date on all new legal developments and changes to the law. This page provides information, in the form of summaries, on recent contested will cases in New...
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Casual Conversion Clause
From 1 Oct 2018 be aware of the casual conversion clause in Modern Awards which may affect your rights and obligations as an empoyer.
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Family Reports in Parenting Proceedings
When a parenting dispute is before a Court, the presiding judge will often order that a Family Report be produced.
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When a couple separates, who gets to remain living in the family home?
What happens if neither party wants to leave or one party attempts to ‘kick out’ the other from the family home?
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Demerit Point Increase for NSW Phone Use While Driving
From September 2018, there are increased demerit point penalties for NSW drivers who are caught using a mobile phone while driving illegally.
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Strata lot owner wins Court case BUT penalised for commencing proceedings in the Supreme Court
Despite a plaintiff lot owner being successful in proceedings against an Owners Corporation, the Supreme Court found that they should pay legal costs.
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How the court views a parent’s struggle with drug or alcohol abuse
A parent’s struggle with drug or alcohol abuse can have a hugely detrimental impact on their relationship with their children. Courts in the family law jurisdiction look at what is...
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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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