What is Intestacy?
When a person dies without a will in place, the deceased is said to have died ‘intestate’. This means that the deceased’s estate will be dealt with and administered in accordance with the relevant intestacy rules. However, these rules can also apply to several other circumstances such as: Dying intestate means an individual’s estate and […]
Separated but still married?
Are you currently separated from your partner but still legally married? This article is for you. In New South Wales, you must be separated from your spouse for 12 months prior to finalising your divorce. Separation does not have the same effect as divorce. Marriage revokes a will, however, separation has no effect on an […]
What are my rights as a Beneficiary?
Are you a beneficiary of an estate in NSW and wondering what your rights are? We get a lot of enquiries from beneficiaries feeling left in the dark about the process and unsure what their rights are. Below is some information that you may find helpful: All beneficiaries must be informed they are a named […]
What is an Enduring Guardian?
An enduring guardian is a person that is appointed to make health and lifestyle decisions on your behalf when you no longer have the capacity to make those decisions yourself. An enduring guardianship is a legal document that allows you to appoint someone as your “enduring guardian” in the event that you were to lose […]