Reading room · Australian Law
Australian Law guides.
Practical answers to the questions families often ask. Written by Willed's specialists, no legal jargon.
- Probate Notification (A guide for executors and beneficiaries)
After receiving a grant of probate, the executor will receive what’s called a probate notification. Keep reading to learn more!
Willed - Informal Will: How to make sure your final wishes are legally binding
Want to make sure your final wishes are carried out? Avoid making an informal will - learn everything you need to know about this legal document here.
Willed - What is an Executor of a Will?
The executor of a Will is an important piece when going through the estate planning process. Keep reading to learn more.
Dave Kaplan - When is the reading of the Will in Australia?
In Australia, there is technically no official reading of the Will but you might be entitled to a copy. Keep reading to learn more.
Willed - Everything you need to know about undue influence in a Will
When it comes to undue influence in Wills, older adults are more susceptible than most. Discover what undue influence looks like below.
Ariella Birnbaum - What is the Family Provision Act?
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.
Ariella Birnbaum - How do the rules of intestacy vary by state in Australia?
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.
Ariella Birnbaum - Will Disputes: What happens if executors disagree?
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.
Ariella Birnbaum - How to Plan your Estate When You Own Foreign Assets
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.
Ariella Birnbaum - Can You Disinherit Your Child?
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.
Ariella Birnbaum - How to Revoke a Will in Australia
You can change or revoke your Will if you feel it’s appropriate to do so. Here’s how.
Ariella Birnbaum - Including children with a disability in your Will
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.
Ariella Birnbaum