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Lauren Weatherley

Lawyer

Lauren’s primary areas of practice are:

Lauren is one of our lawyers working in the areas of Wills, trusts and estates and property law.

Estate Planning

Lauren works with our clients in the development of an estate plan to manage their requirements both during their lifetime and following their death, always taking their individual circumstances into account.

Lauren assists clients with the preparation of all estate planning documents including:

  • Wills (with or without Discretionary Testamentary Trusts);
  • Enduring Powers of Attorney
  • Appointments of Enduring Guardian with Advance Health Care Directives; and
  • Funeral wishes.

In the area of Trusts, Lauren handles a number of matters relating to variations and appointments under Trust Deeds.

Property Law

Lauren also works in the area of property law and has assisted clients in both the successful purchase and/or sale of residential and commercial properties, ensuring they achieve a positive outcome when dealing with what is often one of the most important financial transaction in their lives.

Memberships

Law Society of New South Wales - Member

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Recent articles by Lauren

Applying for Letters of Administration in the absence of a Will

Applying for Letters of Administration in the absence of a Will
When someone dies leaving a valid Will, the estate will be distributed in accordance with that Will. However, when someone dies without a valid Will, then an application can be made to the Supreme Court of NSW for a grant of Letters of Administration.
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When should I review my Binding Death Benefit Nomination?

When should I review my Binding Death Benefit Nomination?
If you’ve made a Binding Death Benefit Nomination to deal with superannuation fund moneys after death, and you’ve either nominated your legal personal representative in your Will or a particular person, then just like your Will, it may need to be reviewed and revised from time to time.
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Duties and responsibilities of a trustee

Duties of a trustee
In very general terms, a trustee holds assets of a Trust, manages those assets and deals with the capital and income in accordance with the terms of the Trust. The trustee owes a duty directly to the beneficiaries and must always act in the best interest of those beneficiaries.
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How to leave a gift to a charity in your Will

How to leave a gift to a charity in your Will
Deciding to make a gift to a charity in your Will is a commendable act. But there does need to be some consideration as to what you wish to achieve by the gift. You also need to be mindful of the potential for a family provision claim against your estate.
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