Do you have a properly drafted Will? In a recent District Court case, Floyd v Floyd & ORS, Judge Andrews had to interpret a number of ambiguous clauses in a DIY Will Kit which had been completed by the deceased.
Succession Planning
De facto Relationships and Stepchildren – Do you need to update your Will?
Amendments made to the Succession Act regarding de facto relationships and stepchildren came into effect from 5 June 2017.
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.
News
Preparing for Compliance with the Child Safe Standards under the Child Safe Organisations Act 2024
Claiming an executor’s commission
Do’s and Don’ts for Separated Parents
Superannuation Death Benefits and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know
50 years in Law
Five Decades, One Workplace: Mackay Woman Honoured for 50 Years in Law
Doyle’s Guide recommended Law Firm
