This is the fifth in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. Myth – a person without capacity is no longer able to update their affairs. Wrong! It is not widely known that a court … [Read more...] about Can a person without capacity update their affairs?
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The Uncertainties of Death – Part 4
This is the fourth in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. Myth – “I can defeat a challenge to my Will from a family member by making a token gift to them in my Will”. Wrong! If a … [Read more...] about The Uncertainties of Death – Part 4
My Will dictates who gets my superannuation…. doesn’t it?
This is the third in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. Myth – “My Will dictates who gets my superannuation….. doesn’t it?” Wrong! Your superannuation does not form part of … [Read more...] about My Will dictates who gets my superannuation…. doesn’t it?
The Uncertainties of Death – Part 2
This is the second in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. (Click here to read Part 1.) Another common misconception is that it is not possible in Queensland to have more than one … [Read more...] about The Uncertainties of Death – Part 2
Voluntary Assisted Dying
Queensland has become the fifth State to pass laws relating to Voluntary Assisted Dying. The scheme will be operational from January 2023. The key points: 1. Voluntary Assisted Dying (“VAD”) … [Read more...] about Voluntary Assisted Dying
The Uncertainties of Death
This is the first in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death and busting some common Estate Planning myths. Myth - If I pass away without a Will “everything just goes to my spouse… … [Read more...] about The Uncertainties of Death
Traps to avoid when making a Will
For a Will to be valid, it must meet certain formal requirements. In broad terms, the Will needs to be in writing, signed by the person making it before two witnesses. So, what happens when a … [Read more...] about Traps to avoid when making a Will
As the purse is emptied, the heart is filled
Have you made (or are you intending to make) a gift to a charity in your Will? What if the charity ceases to exist? This issue recently faced the Queensland Supreme Court for … [Read more...] about As the purse is emptied, the heart is filled
Do you know where your original Will is?
Recently, our firm assisted in a matter where the original Will of our client’s late father could not be located. Our client could only locate a copy of the signed Will. The Court ended up … [Read more...] about Do you know where your original Will is?
Is it time to review your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney?
If you have recently moved to QLD from another Australian State or Territory, it may be time to review your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney. The legislation regarding Wills and Enduring Powers … [Read more...] about Is it time to review your Will and Enduring Power of Attorney?