When a family member or dependent believes they have not been properly provided for in the Will of a deceased person they may be entitled to start legal action, the starting point for any action in New South Wales is to determine if they are an ‘eligible person’ to...
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that gives a trusted person (your attorney) the legal authority to act for you and to make certain legally binding decisions on your behalf. If you do not have a Power of Attorney, then you may want to contact us to find out...
Being an executor is a big responsibility, especially while dealing with the loss of a loved one. An executor is the person named in a Will to manage a deceased person’s estate (property, finances, etc.) and carry out their final wishes. The role entails...
A Will is one of the most important documents you will ever sign. For many Australians, a simple Will, leaving everything outright to a spouse or dividing it equally among the children does the job adequately. It provides clarity and avoids the uncertainty of dying...
Estate planning is about taking control of your future and looking after yourself and your loved ones. It’s about protecting what you have, and planning for the inevitable, and the unforeseen. Many people put it off, thinking it’s only for the wealthy or elderly, but...
When someone dies, they may leave a Will appointing one or more executors to manage their affairs. The executor’s duties typically include: making funeral arrangements identifying, collecting and valuing the deceased’s assets notifying account providers and government...
