This is the third part in our series about challenging a will. Today we continue our discussion of Family Provision claims. Previously, we outlined what Family Provision Orders are for, who is … [Read more...]
Property Investment
Are you investing in property? Watch the video below to find out why you need to see a Wills and Estates lawyer to protect your structures, minimise your risks, and ensure that your futures are … [Read more...]
What is the purpose of a Will?
Most people think a Will is all about money and property and who you're going to leave your assets to. But a Will is really about your values and what is important to you. It is how to take care of … [Read more...]
Are you the executor of a deceased estate? Want to know what to do?
No, an executor is not a person who chops off heads! An executor is the person appointed to "execute" a will. When someone dies, an executor is designated by the will to administer the estate. Put … [Read more...]
Avoid a legal battle over which parent died first
A recent British court case showed how important it is to have a properly-drafted Will taking into account all contingencies. The court had to determine which of two parents had died first. They … [Read more...]
Leave a Legacy. Make a Will. Don’t Die Intestate. Which doesn’t mean Queensland!
Martin Bullock Lawyers know the value of making a clear, properly executed Will. Preparing a Will gives you control - it allows you to make your own decisions about who your Estate passes to and saves … [Read more...]
Not Having A Will Can Send Your Kids Broke!
Recent surveys indicate that over half of Australians do not have a Will. Of these people, 40% had no idea what happens if they die before creating a Will. Many people thought they were “too … [Read more...]
What to do if you’ve been left out of a Will
We often don’t talk about it with our parents or step-parents, but we tend to make assumptions about what is in a Will. This is particularly true of blended families. So, what do you do if your … [Read more...]
Should I get a Testamentary Trust?
A testamentary trust is one of the buzzwords of 2018. Everybody wants one, but quite simply, not everybody needs one. Our senior solicitor, Greg Martin, explains: People set up testamentary trusts … [Read more...]
New Types of Property and Quirky Estate Laws
When flamboyant US businesswoman Leona Helmsley, known as the Queen of Mean, died in 2008, she left a legacy of $12 million to Trouble, her Maltese Terrier. She didn’t have a lot of friends. Under … [Read more...]