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June 15, 2022—

Considering the risk of elder abuse in your estate plan

Written by: Duncan MacDougall

On 15 June each year, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) highlights one of the worst manifestations of ageism and inequality in our society –…

March 3, 2021—

Granny Flat Agreements

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic

As our population is living longer, it is understandable that people want to stay at home for as long as possible. However, residing in your…

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February 25, 2021—

Family provision applications – will I end up in Court?

Written by: Duncan MacDougall

If you have been excluded from someone’s Will, you may be eligible to make an application to the Court for a portion, or a larger…

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February 1, 2021—

The minefield of the Mutual Will

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic

The concept of Mutual Wills is certainly not an easy one to understand. However, as blended families become more common, Mutual Wills are often used…

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January 27, 2021—

Make estate planning part of your new year resolution

Written by: Duncan MacDougall

This past holiday season, you may have had the opportunity to catch up and spend some time together with family, friends and loved ones. As…

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December 15, 2020—

Enduring Power of Attorney & Advance Health Directive forms – what’s new?

Written by: Duncan MacDougall

Changes to Queensland’s guardianship laws took effect on 30 November 2020. As part of those changes, new Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) and Advance Health Directive…

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November 5, 2020—

4 myths when it comes to your superannuation

Written by: Duncan MacDougall

Considering your superannuation is an important undertaking when looking at your estate planning. To avoid unintended consequences, it is crucial that you understand how your…

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October 28, 2020—

A refresh on Powers of Attorney in Queensland

Written by: Chloe Kopilovic

Having an Enduring Power of Attorney is equally as important as having a Will. Sometimes an Enduring Power of Attorney is referred to as a ‘living…

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September 28, 2020—

Blended families – Questions you should be asking

Written by: Duncan MacDougall

We regularly deal with clients whose life stories include divorce, separation and children from previous relationships. Estate planning for blended families can often pose significant…

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Blog—

Considering the risk of elder abuse in your estate plan

Granny Flat Agreements

Family provision applications – will I end up in Court?

The minefield of the Mutual Will

Make estate planning part of your new year resolution

Enduring Power of Attorney & Advance Health Directive forms – what’s new?

4 myths when it comes to your superannuation

A refresh on Powers of Attorney in Queensland

Blended families – Questions you should be asking

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