How does divorce or separation affect your Will in South Australia?
Unlike divorce, marriage separation does not have an effect on your Will. For this reason, the period of separation that occurs prior to divorce is possibly one of the most important times to ensure your Will reflects your changed circumstances.
Getting a grant of probate in South Australia
When you are entrusted to deal with the estate of a deceased loved one, it can feel overwhelming. We are here to guide you through this time with compassion, clarity and certainty.
What is a Testamentary Trust and why would I need one?
When you give an outright gift to someone under your Will, the beneficiary receives the gift from your executor, with no strings attached. The beneficiary can do what they like with it. If you impose any rules on the gift, then you have effectively created a ‘testamentary trust’, and things get a little more complicated.
Who gets the farm?
Do you have the right to determine who inherits your farm? The short answer is ‘not necessarily’, but there are things you can do to increase the chances of your wishes being upheld.
Making a Claim for Executor’s Commission in SA
Taking on the role of Executor of a deceased estate can be daunting, time consuming and more difficult than you anticipated!
Why you must keep your estate planning up-to-date
We are often asked how much damage outdated estate planning documents can do. The answer is clear: a lot.
Who will make decisions about your health and welfare when you can’t? (Advance Care Directives, SA)
Who will make decisions about your health and welfare when you can’t? (South Australia)
The complete guide to probate in Australia
You’ve been named executor of a loved one’s Will. Suddenly you’re responsible for navigating legal processes you may never have encountered before. Banks won’t release funds. Property can’t be transferred. Beneficiaries are asking when they’ll receive their inheritance. And somewhere in the middle of all of this, someone mentions you need to “get probate.” What […]
Do I need to apply for Probate?
We help you to work out whether you need a Grant of Probate, and what is involved in making an application.
How effective is your Enduring Power of Attorney? You may be surprised…
Most people understand the importance of making an Enduring Power of Attorney. If you are not able to make financial decisions for yourself, your Enduring Attorney can step into your shoes and keep things in order on your behalf. However, not all Enduring Powers of Attorney are created equal.