Estate Planning Law
Things get complicated when there are many parties who want a piece of the action. Contesting a will, dealing with family feuds over money, and organising your life after death can be tricky. Get solid legal help.
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Managing disputes between an executor and beneficiary of a will in Victoria
How the relationships can crumble, and what to do about it.
My step-parent died without a will – what next? – Victoria
Step-children have rights too you know.
How to avoid inheritance disputes in Victoria
You can avoid disputes by following these instructions well before you die. Don’t leave a family feud behind you.
Settlements – understanding financial agreements in Victoria
Understand what you are planning on doing, very carefully. It matters.
Testamentary trusts explained in plain English – Victoria
Testamentary trusts can protect your family and assets after your death. We make testamentary, and other forms of family trusts, easy to understand.
Victorian will and inheritance law – who gets what?
Who gets your stuff? We review what your ex gets, what your kids get, and what sort of arguments may arise after you die.
The benefits of a testamentary trust explained 1 – Victoria
Testamentary trusts are a great way to protect your assets and cash.
What happens when you die without a will (dying intestate) in Victoria
Make sure your kids, things and home go to the right people after you die.
Why you need to plan for your death in Victoria
Don’t leave what happens when you die to chance – at least on the ground.
The benefits of a testamentary trust explained 2 – Victoria
Testamentary trusts are sometimes the best option for protecting your family – learn more and see if a trust is right for you.
An explanation of Australian wills and estate planning
Plan for your death! You never know when it will arise.
BDBN vs Reversionary Pensions in Victoria
Find out which one is the most powerful, and make the right choice for your family.
Who is my next of kin, and what does that mean? – Victoria
Next-of-kin is not a legally-binding definition in Australian law. Where does that leave your family?
NSW will and inheritance law
NSW wills and inheritance laws differ from all other states, with a recent overhaul meaning laws have changed, sometimes significantly. Get the facts.
Next-of-kin in Victoria
Get the facts on next-of-kin law in Victoria, Australia.
LGBTQ? Be perfectly clear with your loved ones in Victoria
Australian laws don’t solve all LGBTQ family law and inheritance problems.
Binding Death Beneficiary Nominations (BDBNs) explained
BDBNs could save your family a war, but they are not always the best option. Get the facts before you make a mistake.
What is trust cloning and should I be using it? – Victoria
We explain trust cloning.
Family businesses and the 80-year rule that may cripple you in Victoria
The 80-year rule can cripple some family businesses and succession plans if you don’t understand and plan for it.