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You might think the main purpose of a Will is to set out who inherits your assets when you pass away. But your Will can also deal with other important matters, including who will look after your children. All states and territories have legislation allowing you to appoint a ‘testamentary guardian’ in your Will. This...
Read moreHave you thought about what kind of care you’d want if you couldn’t speak for yourself? National Advance Care Planning Week (17–23 March) is the perfect time to ensure your wishes are known and respected. What is Advance Care Planning? Advance care planning involves making decisions about your future health care – enabling...
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 moreThis heading probably sounds way too far-fetched to be real, but unfortunately, this really did happen! An extraordinary case was recently heard in a Sydney court which saw a man being charged with interference with a corpse after cutting the ear off his dead brother. How is this relevant and why are we sharing about it? Well...
Read moreKey estate planning documents When it comes to estate planning, there are three key documents that everyone should have! They are: Will Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) Advance Care Directive (SA) (ACD) – and its equivalent: Advance Personal Plan (NT), Enduring Guardian (WA) and Advance Health Directive (QLD). Your assets...
Read moreTGB Lawyers’ Wills and Estates partner Sarah Mitchell outlines some of the important steps to take before your first appointment to assist in the easy preparation of your Will. I often have clients comment when their appointment is over, “That was a lot easier than I thought it would be!” Getting your estate...
Read moreDepressed woman at a mental hospital Receiving bad news from a doctor about your future health can be incredibly hard to accept, particularly when it involves being told that you have an illness from which you will die. For many years there has been debate within our community and Parliament surrounding whether a person ought...
Read moreWith the new year fast approaching, now is a good time to start thinking about revisiting your Will and making updates in light of your current circumstances. It is a good idea to review your Will regularly to ensure that it accurately reflects your wishes and any changes to your financial circumstances. Why not make it a...
Read moreWhether it is the end of the year, the start of a new year or mid-year, the best time to plan for your estate is right now. None of us knows what’s around the corner.
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