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…

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…

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…

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…

An interesting dynamic I often see when I am taking instructions for a client’s estate planning is that they have separated from their partner but have not divorced. It appears…

As the busy holiday season is fast approaching, it is important to get your estate planning documents in order now – before leaving it too late. Conversations around estate planning…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…