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With a new year underway, now is the perfect time to revisit your Will and ensure it still reflects your wishes, your family circumstances, and your financial position. A Will is not a “set and forget” document. Estate planning needs to keep pace with your life changes, whether gradual or unexpected. Regularly reviewing...
Read moreBeing left out of a Will can be an emotional and confusing experience. Whether you were promised something that didn’t eventuate, or you’re simply unsure why you weren’t included, it can be hard to know what to do next. The good news is that you may have options. Here’s a simple guide to understanding estate...
Read moreWhen it comes to wills and estates, misinformation is everywhere. Many people assume their situation is “simple” or that the law will work things out for them. Unfortunately, those assumptions can cause major headaches for loved ones and, in some cases may lead to people challenging or contesting a Will, resulting...
Read moreA Checklist Someone you know has just died, and you’re named as the executor of their Will. You’ve made that first appointment with a lawyer to understand what you need to do. What next? Dealing with the death of a loved one is emotional and overwhelming—especially when you’re also tasked with...
Read moreEstate planning is a crucial part of securing your family’s future, ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Significant changes came into effect in South Australia on 1 January 2025 that could impact your estate planning, particularly regarding step-child claims and the importance of documenting your...
Read morea { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb;}tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;}tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5;} TGB Lawyers’ Wills and Estates team highlights some of the key steps you can take before your first appointment to help ensure the smooth and efficient preparation of your Will. I often have...
Read moreFirst things first, what is a trust? A trust is an arrangement which lets a person or company, known as the trustee, hold property or assets for the benefit of others, known as the beneficiaries. A 'testamentary trust' is a trust established in a Will.
Read moreDoes Friday the 13th make you feel uncomfortable? Are you worried that you will be cursed with bad luck for walking under a ladder or breaking a mirror? Do you throw salt over your shoulder or knock on wood after mentioning your good fortune to prevent bad luck following? If you answered yes to any of the above, you are one...
Read moreThe grief of losing a loved one is hard enough, but when someone dies without a Will the impact it has on families can be disastrous, writes TGB senior lawyer John Pitman.
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