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Contesting vs. Challenging a Will: What’s the Difference?
Finding out that you have been left out of a
From Grant to Final Distribution: The Executor’s Checklist for Final Estate Distribution in WA
Stepping into the role of an executor or administrator is
Probate in Perth: Your 6-Step Guide to Applying for a Grant (Without the Headaches)
Losing a loved one is one of life’s most difficult
A New Parent’s Guide to Wills in Perth: Protecting Your Kids and Your Home
Becoming a parent changes everything. Suddenly, your world isn’t just
When Is Probate Not Required in Western Australia?
When someone passes away, they typically leave behind a Will
Why Writing Your Own Will is a Bad Idea
The risks of using online Will templates It’s easy
Will Kits: What They Can’t Do for Your Estate
There are various ‘Will Kits’ available online – most are
Recognising and Stopping Power of Attorney Abuse
A Power of Attorney is a legal document authorising a
What Are Letters of Administration and When Do You Need Them?
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is never
Succession Planning for the Australian Family Farm
Are you a farmer and wondering whether you should transfer
Creating Wills for Blended Families in Australia
Making a Will is important, but even more so if
The Complete Process of Obtaining Probate in WA
Probate is a grant made by a Court that validates
Joint Tenants vs. Tenants in Common: Co-Ownership Explained
Co-Ownership of property is a great way to share the
Why Make an EPA or EPG for Future Planning?
Every day we make decisions for ourselves on all sorts
The Top Benefits of Using Testamentary Trusts
Having worked hard over the years to accumulate wealth, most
Contesting a Will in WA: Your Questions Answered
In Western Australia, contesting a Will is a complex legal
Essential Succession Planning for Business Owners
As a business owner, you deal with many responsibilities, including
Risks of Being an Executor in Western Australia
Being named the executor of a Will is often seen
How to Protect Your Estate from a Family Provision Claim
Estate disputes are surprisingly common in Australia. Laws across different
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Estate Planning
While many people are unlikely to nominate estate planning (that
Do You Need a Lawyer to Make a Valid Will?
While it is possible to create a Will without a
Overview of Will Contests and Estate Disputes
In Australia, there are legal avenues available to individuals who
How to Locate an Original Will in Australia
Losing a loved one is often an emotionally overwhelming
The Importance of Early Estate Planning
We should all plan for our future. Certainly, we should
Why You Need an Enduring Power of Guardianship
Why an Enduring Power of Guardianship is relevant to you
Why You Need an Enduring Power of Attorney Now
Why an Enduring Power of Attorney is relevant to
Making a Will When Testamentary Capacity is in Question
How to go about making a will if capacity is question. Who decides on the capacity? When should the Will be signed? Could the Will be challenged? How a lawyer can help. If you are over the age of 18 you can make a Will - provided you have capacity.
Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) Explained
Most people have heard of a Power of Attorney, however,
Can an Ex-De Facto Partner Inherit from a Will?
Once upon a time you were living together happily
5 Key Tips for Making a Valid Australian Will
Preparing a legally valid Will during your lifetime allows
What Are Testamentary Trusts and Their Benefits?
Testamentary trusts can be very effective estate planning tools to
Top 6 Questions About Power of Attorney
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that
Your Essential Checklist for a Valid Will
It is important for everyone over 18 to have a
Left Out of a Will? How to Make a Claim
The loss of a family member is usually a difficult
Proposed Reforms to Australia’s Organ Donation Laws
Australia's current organ donation rates are very low, particularly in
Changes to the Australian Inheritance Act
Inheritance legislation in Western Australia has been gearing up for
