Practical tips for executors where there has been an active enduring power of attorney

If the deceased’s affairs were being managed under an enduring power of attorney before death, testate administration can be significantly more complicated. By JEN MCMILLAN.

Elder abuse: a national legal response

The Australian Law Reform Commission’s Report, Elder Abuse – A National Legal Response, included 43 recommendations for law reform which aim to achieve a nationally…

Making enduring powers of attorney: practical tips

Ensure clients understand the real life impact and full scope of enduring powers of attorney. By JEN MCMILLAN.

ALRC wants your views in Elder Abuse Inquiry

A Law Refom Commission Discussion Paper includes 43 proposals to prevent, identify and respond to elder abuse. Submissions close on 27 February 2017. By MARIE-CLAIRE…

Wills and estates: October 2016

Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.

Wills and estates: May 2016

Reporting and analysisof the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By PAMELA SUTTOR.