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November 27, 2025—

The benefits of an independent administrator

Written by: Mia Elsing
Often in estates there are practical complexities or relationship difficulties that may lead to ongoing challenges between the people involved. Sometimes these challenges can inevitably…
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June 4, 2024—

Estate planning as a tool to protect against elder abuse

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
Ahead of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, on 14 June 2024, we come together with our friends, family and colleagues for important discussions around safeguarding…
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June 1, 2024—

What is your Superannuation Death Benefit?

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
Upon the death of a person, if they had superannuation (whether in a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) or in an industry fund such as QSuper…
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April 30, 2024—

Enduring Powers of Attorney – who, what, when, why and how?

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
Many people assume getting a Will in place is the only aspect to consider when getting their estate planning affairs in order. However, do you…
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March 28, 2024—

Family Provision Applications – am I considered a ‘child’ of the deceased?

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
A ‘family provision application' (FPA) is an application to the Court made by certain eligible person/s who have not been adequately provided for in a…
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February 29, 2024—

5 Benefits of Testamentary Trust Wills

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
If you are considering revisiting your Will or in the process of preparing your first one, an effective estate planning tool is including testamentary trusts…
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January 30, 2024—

Whose Will applies if my partner and I die at the same time?

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
Nobody likes to think about dying, let alone passing away at the same time as your partner. However, if a freak accident occurs and you…
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January 18, 2024—

Contesting a Will and filing caveats

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
If there are issues with a Will or in an estate, there is an option of filing a ‘caveat over the Will’ or a ‘caveat…
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December 20, 2023—

De facto relationships in the context of estate planning

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic
A de facto relationship refers to a relationship between two individuals who are not legally married, but live together and function as a married couple.…
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