Succession law’s inheritance: exploring its foundations and future
It’s not just about wills—it’s a centuries-old mix of canon, common law and equity. Understanding its roots reveals its logic and trajectory.
By Professor Prue Vines - 2 min read
Elder law & succession: September 2025
Key rulings on will construction, inheritance contracts, injunctions restraining solicitors, informal wills, headstones and superannuation. By DARRYL BROWNE
By Darryl Browne - 2 min read
Forgotten treasure: bona vacantia and how to respond
A simple guide on how to identify, protect and reclaim assets before they become ownerless under Australian law.
By Hayder Shkara - 1 min read
Elder law & succession: August 2025
Key elder law rulings on notional estates, family provision costs, powers of attorney, executorship and production of wills.
By Darryl Browne - 2 min read
Elder law & succession: July 2025
Key rulings on family provision, superannuation disputes and notification duties that discuss fairness, eligibility and estate administration.
By Darryl Browne - 2 min read
Elder law & succession: June 2025
Important elder law cases on service of notice for family provision claims and allocating superannuation death benefits.
By Darryl Browne - 2 min read
Solicitors’ rules and ethical responsibilities when dealing with older clients
The proliferation of elder abuse has highlighted the fundamental and unique role solicitors play in preventing this new epidemic.
By Mary-Ann de Mestre - 2 min read
Elder law & succession: May 2025
Important elder law cases on essential validity of wills, issues with enduring powers of attorney and recognition of informal wills.
By Darryl Browne - 2 min read
Elder law & succession: April 2025
Cases on elder financial abuse, the essential validity of wills and transfers, and portable life interests.
By Darryl Browne - 1 min read
Undue influence after Bosschieter v Howitt: can the remedy be simplified?
Courts are increasingly willing to step outside the traditional presumptive relationships of influence following recent adoption of UK case law.
By Mary-Ann de Mestre - 1 min read
Assessing capacity and managing risk: working with elderly clients
As the great wealth transfer looms, courts increasingly require solicitors to take a conservative approach in assessing testamentary capacity.
By Sophie Duffy and Baron Alder - 1 min read