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Jul 11, 2016
Wills and Trusts

The Role of an Executor

Have you been appointed as an Executor for someone? Do you know what this involves? The purpose of this article is to explain your role and duties as Executor.

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Jun 27, 2016
Wills and Trusts

Can a will be varied?

What is a Deed of Variation of a Will? It is a legal document by which a beneficiary (over 18 years with mental capacity) can vary the terms of the deceased’s Will following death.

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Jan 19, 2016
Wills and Trusts, Family Law

Lack of Capacity?

What happens if a friend or family member lacks the capacity to manage their own financial affairs?

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Oct 24, 2015
Wills and Trusts

What Happens Without a Will?

Where a person dies leaving no Will (Or no valid will) at the date of their death, they have died intestate.

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Apr 29, 2015
Wills and Trusts

Challenging a Will

The most common challenges are based upon allegations of lack of testamentary capacity at the time that the instructions were given for the Will and undue influence. 

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Mar 24, 2015
Wills and Trusts

The Importance of making Lasting Powers of Attorney

I often have clients say to me that they do not need a Power of Attorney as they are not old enough to need one yet, and when the time comes they will make one.

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Mar 19, 2014
Wills and Trusts

What is Probate?

A common question asked by clients when we are advising on the administration of a person’s estate is “What is Probate?”

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Jan 13, 2014
Wills and Trusts

Challenging a will by alleging Undue Influence

Challenges to a Will often involve issues of testamentary capacity, knowledge and approval and undue influence.

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