Latest Australian Law guides
We understand that dealing with the practicalities of death can seem overwhelming and complicated. It's common to have some questions. That's why we have written these simple guides, minus the legal jargon.
Understanding the Family Provision Act is crucial for anyone involved with estate planning, inheritance disputes or contested Wills. We break it down in this guide.
The state in which the deceased lived will determine what happens if they haven’t written a Will. Here’s a guide into how the laws vary, by state.
Aside from this thing called *human nature* where disagreements *tend* to occur, executor disputes can arise for a handful of reasons. Here’s how to prevent them.
These days, it’s not uncommon to hold assets overseas. This guide looks at what to consider and how to plan ahead when writing your Will, with any overseas assets in mind.
The short answer is: yes. It is possible to create a Will that effectively disinherits a child. There is, however, a bit more nuance to it.
You can change or revoke your Will if you feel it’s appropriate to do so. Here’s how.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach to writing a Will that thoughtfully includes children living with disabilities. However, you can tailor your Will in a way that makes sense for your family, and that feels right for you. Here’s how.
Sometimes things just don’t work out and an inheritance doesn’t quite find its way to the nominated beneficiary. Read on to learn more.
When it comes to estate planning, there’s a range of options...
We have some answers for one of your most frequently-asked questions.
A Letter of Wishes can provide valuable supplementary information in support of your Will by giving context and insights into your intentions and reasoning. Read on for some reasons (and some risks) to consider when preparing one.
If you're planning for your future, you should be trying to tick off everything on your list.