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Removing & Replacing An Executor
We often see clients who are frustrated by the way an executor is dealing with the estate of a deceased person. (To keep things simple, this article will use the word “executor,” but the same principles apply to administrators and trustees).
Overseas Travel For Children Of Separated Parents
I am often faced with questions from parents about the issue of overseas travel for their children. Some parents have reservations about allowing their child to travel overseas. These reservations can stem from concern about the safety of the particular country. The “other” parent may have concerns that the child/children will be kept in that country and not returned.
The Role Of An Executor
When a person makes their will it is necessary for them to appoint at least one executor to carry out their instructions in the will. It is possible to appoint multiple executors but the court will not give a grant of probate to more than four executors at any 1 time.
Issues That May Arise When Buying Units & Townhouses Off-the-Plan
Buyers who wish to buy brand new units and townhouses will most likely buy off-the-plan.The concept of buying off-the-plan involves a buyer entering into a contract to purchase a property that has yet to be built.This article highlights some of the issues that buyers should consider when buying off-the-plan.
What To Do If the Contract For the Sale of Your House ‘Falls Over’
Our clients are sometimes faced with the dilemma of what to do when the contract for the sale of their house “falls over”. For the purposes of this commentary, we will assume that the buyer is in default to settle and has therefore failed to comply with an essential term or is in a fundamental breach of an intermediate term of the contract.
Post Separation Spending
A common misconception that I see regularly amongst family law clients is that once you have separated, you don’t have to explain or account for your post separation finances. Many clients mistakenly believe that only the assets which existed at separation are taken into account and that an examination of what occurred after separation is irrelevant. If only it was that simple.
Major Step Forward In Criminal Law Team Case
Quinn & Scattini Lawyers’ Criminal Law Team is currently involved in a high profile case.
Superannuation Matters: But How Is It Relevant To Estate Planning?
So what happens to superannuation when you die? Generally speaking, superannuation is an asset that does not fall into your estate. This can have significant benefits and can be an essential aspect of your estate planning, especially for those who are in business or in financial distress. When you pass away, your estate then has to pay out all of your liabilities before any gifts can be made to beneficiaries.
Recovering A Parent’s Share In A Disputed Property
The last twenty years has seen a significant increase in the prices and value of residential real estate. Consequently, a situation sometimes arises whereby elderly parents have built up significant equity in their home, while their adult children are unable to purchase a house without a contribution of a significant deposit and/or having the loan guaranteed.
Preparing Sentences
A great deal of my work as a criminal defence lawyer is dedicated to representing my client’s best interests on sentence proceedings following a plea of guilty. My role is to prepare and present the case to achieve the best possible outcome for each client.
Legal Implications For De Facto & Same Sex Couples Under The Family Law Act & Marriage Act
Under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (“the Act“), same sex couples and heterosexual de facto couples are granted the same rights as married couples with respect to their property rights, provided that they meet the definition of a ‘de facto’ couple.
Spike In Drug Usage Calls For Tougher Penalties
In the past few months, we have noticed a significant increase in drug-related offences.