Is a testamentary trust right for you?
One of the most loving things that you can do for your family is make plans for what happens after you die. This is particularly important if you have children…
The risks of being an executor + commissions and personal liability
Are you an executor of a Will? Before administering the estate, you should understand that this role involves risks such as personal liability for the expenses of administering the estate.…
The process of obtaining probate
Probate is a grant made by the Supreme Court of New South Wales that ‘proves’ the Will of a deceased person and vests title to the estate’s assets in the…
Getting ‘probate’ when there is no Will – Letters of Administration
When a person dies without a valid Will (dying intestate), or a person appointed as an executor under a Will is unable to fulfil that role, an ‘interested person’ may…
What a Will Kit doesn’t do
There are various ‘Will Kits’ available on-line or at the post office – most are cheap or ‘free’ and all you need to do is download them and fill in…
Why EVERYONE needs a Power of Attorney
Most people over 18 years of age should consider having a Power of Attorney in place. It is estimated that only 15% of Australians currently have a Power of Attorney…
Estate planning for blended families
Most of us appreciate the importance of making a Will and having an estate plan that sets out how we would like to provide for our loved ones when we…