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3 real Family Law case studies detailing the circumstances, recommended steps to take and outcomes for those going through a Spousal Maintenance matter.
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What does the Court consider when assessing a Family Provision Claim?
Once the Court has established that the applicant is an “eligible person”, the Court then considers whether the deceased person’s Will has made adequate provision for the applicant’s proper maintenance, education and advancement in life.
Do time limits apply when making a Family Provision Claim?
In New South Wales, a Family Provision claim must be filed within twelve (12) months from the date of death of the deceased person.
I am a Step-Child, can I contest my Step-Parents Will?
With a continuing rise in “non-traditional” families in Australia, there are an increasing number of step-children seeking to contest the Will of their step-parent, if they have been left out or not adequately provided for.
What is Family Law?
Family Law includes many complex and intersecting legal issues which arise due to the existence of family relationships.
Borrowing from the Bank of ‘Mum & Dad’
Lessons for Baby Boomers providing early inheritances or other financial assistance and the impact of the Family Law Act for Estate Planning.
Blended Family Will Disputes, recent Supreme Court decision provides fresh insight
Difficulties often arise in cases where a person with children from a first relationship subsequently enters into a new relationship or re-marries.
Helping Your Children – Loan or Gift?
Example Family Law Scenario
Generation Planning: Protect Your Inheritance – Simple Legal Solutions
Example Family Law Scenario
Providing for Your Second Spouse After Your Death
With the aging population and the number of blended families and second spouses on the rise it is increasingly important that your Estate Plan effectively addresses the competing interests of your children and a second spouse.
Pre-empting Contested Wills Claims
A Contested Wills Claim (more commonly know as a family provision claim) is a claim made by an “eligible person” against your Estate Assets after your death.
Wills & Asset Protection Trusts: Why your beneficiary’s circumstances are as important as yours
An Asset Protection Trust (also known as a Testamentary Trust) is simply a Trust created by a valid Will and funded by Estate Assets.
Don’t Risk more then you can Afford to lose: Personal Insurance Planning
The consideration and maintenance of adequate personal insurances is, therefore, an essential component of Advanced Estate Planning.
