Contemporary or traditional? $2 million bequest dances with the law
Five words in a bequest caused a legal dispute in Queensland that raises an interesting question for any arts organisation, or charity, that may benefit…
Remotely valid? Validity of electronically signed wills following Re Curtis
The Supreme Court of Victoria recently considered whether a will executed electronically was valid and compliant with the remote execution provisions introduced during COVID-19.
Will construction and solicitors’ responsibilities
A recent NSWSC decision is a reminder of the importance of making detailed file notes of the testator’s instructions, retaining drafts of wills and reading…
Elder law & succession: February 2023
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
Duel to the death: De facto relationships and disputes over inheritance
Spouses obtain preferential entitlement on intestacy. Determining the existence of a de facto relationship is a complex exercise.
Elder law & succession: December 2022
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
Elder law & succession: November 2022
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
Elder law & succession: October 2022
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
Elder law & succession: September 2022
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.
Why everyone should future-proof access to their data
Good password habits are like most habits: hard to form, easy to break. Everyone has their own unique formula to access countless applications and programs…
Elder law & succession: August 2022
Reporting and analysis of the latest judgments and news in wills & estates and elder law. By DARRYL BROWNE.