Being an Executor for an estate is not always an easy task. Because of this, the law provides that an Executor may seek a commission based on the work they have performed.
Deceased Estates
Death comes to us all, but sometimes sooner than expected
The issues that arise when a young adult dies without a Will underscore the importance of having one.
Applicant Receives Deceased’s Property on Basis of a Verbal Promise Fulfilled
A recent Supreme Court decision upheld a verbal promise by deceased to carer to inherit property after his death.
Deceased Estates: What is Probate?
A Grant of Probate is document issued by the Supreme Court of Queensland to assist in the administration of deceased estates.
Who will organise my funeral?
Disputes can arise of the distribution of estate, but recently a dispute arose over the burial of a child. Who is responsible for funeral arrangements? What if there is no executor as there is no will? How to avoid a dispute.
Solicitors Duty of Care to Intended Beneficiaries
Recently the High Court of Australia handed down their decision in the case of Badenach v Calvert which is a significant decision for solicitors, those who may wish to execute a Will and those who may have already executed their Will and are considering altering their testamentary intentions.
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Tip’s for co-parenting after separation
Identification Requirements for property transactions- Discretionary trusts – what happens with the assets in the trust when you die?
Government addresses REIQ concerns over new tenancy laws Bill
Expansion of Macrossan & Amiet
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