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O'Sullivan Davies Lawyers
Australia is experiencing significant intergenerational wealth transfers and will continue to do so for some time.
HHG Legal Group
Matters to consider upon the breakdown of a marriage and prior to obtaining an order for divorce.
HHG Legal Group
A blended family faces the same estate planning considerations as any other family.
Kalus Kenny Intelex
When you create your will, you generally have what's called testamentary freedom to decide who you gift your assets to from your estate. However, testamentary freedom is not as free as it sounds.
Kalus Kenny Intelex
Private Client Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Australia, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries
PCL Lawyers
Estate planning is a necessity for anyone with a complex asset structure, for a smooth transition of assets after death.
Bartier Perry
Recent case examined a legal challenge to the validity of a Binding Death Benefit Nomination.
Clifford Gouldson Lawyers
If a young adult is in an accident and is disabled, a parent would need authority to make decisions for their child.
Piper Alderman
If the original trust deed has been lost, the safest course of action is to seek advice and directions from the Court.
Mellor Olsson Lawyers
Testamentary capacity refers to an individual's legal and mental capability to create or modify their Will.
Holman Webb
The concept of residuary estate, with insights to help navigate these complexities with clarity and confidence.
Cooper Grace Ward
This edition of 'It depends' discusses whether you might be affected by the latest changes to superannuation.
O'Sullivan Davies Lawyers
When separating from a spouse/partner it is imperative you consider any documents, such as a Will.
Stacks Law Firm
The law sets out specific categories of individuals - eligible persons - who have the legal standing to contest a will.
Avant Law
Discussion about assets that are not covered by a will.
Cooper Grace Ward
A conflict of interest occurs when the person, responsible for making a decision, has a vested interest in the outcome.
Carroll & O'Dea
Explains how you can give a gift to a charity through your will.
Avant Law
Each state & territory has legislation setting out the intestacy rules as to who will receive your estate if you die without a valid will.
Piper Alderman
Highlights changes & how they materially compare to succession legislation in other States and Territories across Australia.
Kalus Kenny Intelex
A common misconception amongst young adults is that you don't need a Will. It is not a priority until certain milestones have been reached such as marriage or purchasing a first home.
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