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Category: Deceased Estates
What can be done if the original Will is missing or lost?
We have recently received a number of queries where the original Will of the deceased is missing or lost. It may be that a copy of the Will has been found but not the original document. The question then is what to do and whether a Grant of Probate can still be made where only a copy of the Will is located.
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When do you have to get a Grant of Probate?
Often, when getting started with the administration of a deceased estate, the focus is to work towards preparing a Grant of Probate. But, is it always necessary to obtain a Grant of Probate? The answer is, often, but not always.
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Can I stop my children receiving inheritance at 18?
This blog looks at two options for delaying the age at which your children receive a share of your estate. The first is to “take a risk’ and second is to create a Discretionary Trust.
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Can I donate my body, organs or tissue upon my death?
In this article, we address common questions related to organ and tissue donation after death, together with how body donor programs work.
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Risks of DIY probate
We explore the risks and dangers of DIY probate after the death of a loved one including significant delays, frustration, and usually inevitably, further costs.
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Is my family or discretionary trust included in my estate?
If you have assets in a family or discretionary trust or you’re looking to create a family or discretionary trust, then the way the trust would be dealt with under your Will or estate should be considered.
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Should I make a superannuation Binding Death Benefit Nomination?
If you complete a Binding Death Benefit Nomination, the proceeds of superannuation should be paid in accordance with the nomination and not be part of the assets of your estate.
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Does an executor of a Will get paid?
Depending on the size of the estate, the duties of an executor can range from relatively straightforward through to somewhat complex. This leads us to the question, “does an executor get paid for administering a deceased estate?”
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Electronic witnessing of legal documents is here to stay
The remote witnessing of important legal documents such as Wills, Statutory Declarations and Affidavits over audio-visual link technology is now here to stay in NSW!
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What is a life estate or life interest in a Will?
A life estate is a term used to describe a type of “ownership” or use of property (or other assets) for the duration of a person’s life. It is commonly referred to as a life interest.
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