Estate administration: The executor’s commission in NSW
Q: Will I be paid for the work I do as an executor of a Will? A: It depends… Administering an estate as an executor can be a demanding and time-consuming role. You might find that you’ve had to deal with closing the deceased’s multiple bank accounts, selling real...
EP FAQ Part 5: Estate Administration
There are a couple of things guaranteed in life, and death is unfortunately one of them. In Part 5 of our EP FAQ series, we explore what the legal afterlife looks like – otherwise known as ‘estate administration’. Can I get a copy of someone’s Will?...
What happens if the executor of a Will is unable or unwilling to act?
​​If the executor of a Will has died, lost capacity or is unwilling to act, what steps can you take to get the administration of the estate moving?​
I am a beneficiary under a Will. What can I expect?
After the death of a family member, it usually takes a bit longer than a beneficiary would like to receive their inheritance under a Will. Why is this and what can you do about it? On the death of the Will maker, the person appointed as the executor of their Will...
Can my stepchildren challenge my Will?
In all states and territories of Australia, stepchildren either have an explicit or conditional right to challenge their stepparent’s Will. If you think there is a risk that your stepchild(ren) may make a family provision claim, this blog will answer some of your questions.