The question Does a spouse automatically inherit everything in Australia? is determined by multiple factors including whether or not a person died with a valid will. However, to discuss this, it is necessary to define who a spouse is. The Succession Act outlines that you are a person’s spouse if you fall into one of …
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After the death of a loved one, there are a few things you need to do to carry out the wishes contained in their Will and to administer their estate. One of tasks typically required of an executor is to apply for a grant of probate. What is probate, you ask? In this guide we’ll …
If someone close to you has recently died you might have expected or hoped to receive an inheritance in their will. Maybe you were promised to get something but were left out. There are legal options available to you including making a family provision application. We’ve all heard that lawyers are expensive, so in this …
Looking for will lawyers near me? You have come to the right place as our office is just a hop, skip and a jump from you! We elected to have an office in Milton rather than the Brisbane CBD in order to be able to provide easy packing for our clients. We have parking available …
Wondering what is the difference between Joint Tenants vs Tenants in Common Qld? The difference in how your assets are held can make a big difference in how your estate is divided after death. Therefore it is very important that you understand the difference of these important terms. If you need help with estate planning …
Wondering the cost of contesting a will in Queensland? Then you have come to the right place. Here we will briefly discuss the costs involved with contesting a will. If you are considering challenging a will, the best thing to do is seek legal advice. Call us on 07 3073 2405 to get a complimentary …
Can an executor contest a will? If you are wondering this question you have come to the right place. Here we will discuss whether you can be named as an executor and contest a will in Qld. If you are considering challenging a will, the best thing to do is seek legal advice. Call us …
If you are planning to make a will in Qld here are 10 things you should consider first. Making a will is a crucial task in life as it deals with what will happen to your assets, minor children and body after death. If you need help creating a will, we offer a will drafted …
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Have you been named as an executor of a will and confused as to what you have to do? Here is an Executor Checklist for Queensland so you can tick off these duties to ensure you have adequately fulfilled your role in administering the estate. An executor may complete all the relevant tasks on their …
If you have recently lost a loved one, you might be wondering what is probate Qld and How Long Does it Take? This is a very valid question and one we get quite often. This article will provide answers to this question. What is Probate Qld and How Long Does it Take? If your loved …
