Written by
Chloe Kopilovic
Does my spouse automatically inherit everything if I die without a Will?
When planning for the future, many of us prefer to avoid thinking about what might happen after we die. However, planning for the inevitable is crucial, especially when it comes…
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Estate planning as a tool to protect against elder abuse
Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, on 14 June 2024, we come together with our friends, family and colleagues for important discussions around safeguarding older Australians. Elderly people are…
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What is your Superannuation Death Benefit?
Upon the death of a person, if they had superannuation (whether in a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) or in an industry fund such as QSuper or Australian Super), the balance…
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Enduring Powers of Attorney – who, what, when, why and how?
Many people assume getting a Will in place is the only aspect to consider when getting their estate planning affairs in order. However, do you ever think about what happens…
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Family Provision Applications – am I considered a ‘child’ of the deceased?
A ‘family provision application' (FPA) is an application to the Court made by certain eligible person/s who have not been adequately provided for in a Will. In Queensland, a FPA…
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5 Benefits of Testamentary Trust Wills
If you are considering revisiting your Will or in the process of preparing your first one, an effective estate planning tool is including testamentary trusts for your beneficiaries. What are…
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Whose Will applies if my partner and I die at the same time?
Nobody likes to think about dying, let alone passing away at the same time as your partner. However, if a freak accident occurs and you pass away together, a question…
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Contesting a Will and filing caveats
If there are issues with a Will or in an estate, there is an option of filing a ‘caveat over the Will’ or a ‘caveat over the estate’. The impact…
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De facto relationships in the context of estate planning
A de facto relationship refers to a relationship between two individuals who are not legally married, but live together and function as a married couple. The criteria for establishing a…
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Is an executor obligated to take on the job?
No, just because they have been named as an executor in a Will, does not mean they must accept the position. They are under no legal obligation to act if…
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