Wills Estate Administration
NOW! is the time to make a Will
A Will is one of the most important legal documents you can have, especially if you have assets such as ... Read More
Enduring Powers of Attorney
What is an Enduring Power of Attorney and what does it actually do? Enduring Powers of Attorney were first introduced ... Read More
Be wary of ‘conflicts of interest’
One situation to watch out for is where two family members approach the same lawyer. Cordiality between the clients can ... Read More
Dishonest Trustees
A Will-maker wanted to ensure that every family member would receive equal treatment, so he set up a trust and ... Read More
Defending a challenge to a will
After her husband died, Jane* looked after her mother-in-law for years. Later when her mother-in-law died, she left Jane a ... Read More
When its difficult to resign as a Trustee
Trustees can find it extremely annoying when they want to resign but no one will cooperate. This can be a ... Read More
A beneficiary who just wants his fair share!
When James* rang the lawyer about his father’s estate, he was mystified by the aggression that his simple enquiry provoked. ... Read More