Written by
Chloe Kopilovic
6 steps to consider before selling or transferring an estate property
If you are an executor or administrator handling a deceased person’s estate, there will usually be a home or other investment property to distribute as part of the process. The…
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Frequently asked questions about probate in Queensland
When someone passes away, often a key term that arises, is probate. However, many people do not understand what it is and why it might be needed. Below are some…
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What happens if an executor loses capacity?
An executor is a person appointed under a Will to administer a deceased’s estate in the best interests of the beneficiaries. However, in some situations, the person named as executor in…
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10 steps to consider when making a Family Provision Application in Queensland
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, the majority…
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Gifting to Charities in your Will
It is not uncommon for people to give a gift or even a percentage of their estate in their Will to a charity or charities. In the media lately, the…
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Administering an estate: superannuation death benefit tax
When I’m considering a client’s estate planning, it’s not just about considering their Will. It’s necessary to take a holistic approach, and it’s critical that your solicitor does so. An…
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Who is allowed copies of a Will?
There is this long held belief by many that when someone dies there is to be a ‘reading of the Will’. However, in real terms, given the electronic world we…
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Who could make a claim on my estate?
What is a claim? Generally, a ‘claim’ in an estate refers to what is called a ‘family provision application’. This is an application to the Court made by a certain…
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Estate planning and dispute considerations for the LGBTIQA+ community
Taking place from 17 February to 5 March 2023, this year Sydney is the host city for WorldPride and will celebrate Australia's diverse LGBTIQA+ community. ‘LGBTIQA+’ is an evolving acronym that…
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Update your estate plan before you lose capacity
The question of mental capacity is an important consideration when someone is making or updating their Will or Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA). We often hear people arguing over their…
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