This is the ninth in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. Myth – “I have done my Will and don’t need to look at it again …. Right?” Wrong! It is important that you regularly … [Read more...] about I have written my Will and don’t need to look at it again – do I?
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A promise is a promise… or is it made to be broken?
What does a little old lady, her Sydney Harbour mansions, her neighbours and a promise have in common? The Supreme Court of New South Wales recently had to consider that very point! The Court … [Read more...] about A promise is a promise… or is it made to be broken?
Can I draft my will to ensure my ex has no contact with my children?
This is the eighth in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. Myth – “I can make sure my ex has no contact with my children through a clause in my Will …. … [Read more...] about Can I draft my will to ensure my ex has no contact with my children?
The pitfalls of “home made” Wills
This is the seventh in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. “I can do my Will myself …. Right?” Well …. yes but what is the “true cost” of trying to save a few dollars … [Read more...] about The pitfalls of “home made” Wills
Can my new partner’s children challenge my Will?
This is the sixth in our series of articles on the uncertainties of death. Myth – “My new partner’s children can’t challenge my Will…. Right?” Wrong! There are many misconceptions in relation … [Read more...] about Can my new partner’s children challenge my Will?
Can a person without capacity update their affairs?
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?
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