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 of Attorney differs between each of the States and Territories. In...Read More
It is often the case that executors live far and wide and that is usually not an issue in estate administration. Care must, however, be taken before appointing an overseas resident to be the sole executor of an Australian estate. An estate is a trust. The residency...Read More
The Supreme Court of New South Wales recently decided a claim made against the estate of Dr William Garrett. Dr Garrett was one of Australia’s most outstanding scientists. Among his many achievements, at just 31, he was instrumental in the development of...Read More
In a Supreme Court of Queensland case, the Judge was asked to interpret the meaning of a clause in a Will that gave “all of the fishing gear” and a 37ft fishing trawler to the deceased’s son. The question was whether the words “all of the fishing gear” also included...Read More
