Jack’s Story: The Importance of an Enduring Power of Attorney

by augustandclaire | Apr 15, 2024 | Insights

Jack (23) is a full-time university student and employee at a local stationery store. Jack has a loan on a car which he is working towards paying off, and lives in a rental with three other students. He has an estranged relationship with his parents, however, has a...

Is a verbal promise made before death grounds to contest a Will?

by augustandclaire | Sep 22, 2023 | Insights

Can a verbal promise made before death be grounds to contest a Will in NSW? Well, it depends.  When a verbal promise is made before someone passes away but is not formally added to their will, it can often be a complicated process to ensure that the agreement is...

What you need to know about defending a Will in NSW 

by augustandclaire | Jul 3, 2023 | Insights

You may have not heard the term ‘defending a will’ until it is a responsibility you are required to do as an executor of an estate. What does defending a Will in NSW mean?  Defending a will in NSW refers to doing all that is required to uphold the terms of a...

Emma’s Story: De Facto Relationship and an Outdated Will

by augustandclaire | Apr 3, 2023 | Insights

Chris (65) is a widow with two grown-up adult children, Andrew and Michael. His wife had died 10 years before from underlying health issues. Chris’ children became estranged from him after their mother passed away. Over time, Chris’ friends introduced him to Emma.  ...

Nick’s Story: the importance of updating your Estate Plan

by augustandclaire | Mar 17, 2023 | Insights

Nick (60) and Charlotte (57) were married for 5 years and living together in Melbourne. Nick was widowed 9 years prior and had two children from this marriage, Joshua and Tara (33 and 37). Although Nick had a good relationship with his children, the relationship...