A person cannot be compelled to accept a gift of property against their will. A rejection of an inheritance is commonly called a ‘disclaimer’.
By Jennifer Vuu - 8 min read
Two unrelated cases of Stanford v Stanford illustrate the intersection of family, succession and arguably elder law in a blended family context.
By Richard McCullagh - 7 min read
What to do when time is not on your side and a delay in administering the estate might jeopardise its value.
By Jennifer Vuu - 9 min read
As awareness grows of the prevalence of elder abuse in the community, solicitors need to be alert to the potential issues with intra-family transactions.
By Jen McMillan - 4 min read
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
By Darryl Browne - 9 min read
The complexities of administration of insolvent estates and estates with bankrupt beneficiaries.
By Jennifer Vuu - 6 min read
When a joint tenant makes a will, in order to convey property on death, they may wish to sever the joint tenancy.
By Darryl Browne - 6 min read
Culturally appropriate wills and how they can be tailored to meet the unique needs of Indigenous clients.
By Professor Prue Vines - 6 min read
The ‘how to’ of contesting a super fund’s rejection of a disability claim.
By Noel Davis - 5 min read
The ins and outs of super death benefit claims where there is no binding nomination.
By Darryl Browne and Michelle Dixon - 6 min read
NSWSC considers whether an enduring attorney can make a binding death benefit nomination for a principal.
By Jen McMillan and Darryl Browne - 8 min read
Superannuation death benefits and tips for more effective will drafting.
By Noel Davis - 6 min read
The case for a new coordinated national approach to assessing testamentary capacity.
By John Clarke - 7 min read