What is a Statutory Will? (NSW)
The eligibility requirements for anyone wishing to make a Will are that the Will-maker (the testator) must: What is testamentary … Read more
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Testamentary Capacity (NSW)
A person can only make legally binding decisions about what happens to their estate when they die if they have … Read more
Special skills v non-financial contributions – the “You Have Done Nothing” argument
In many relationships, partners adopt what are seen as “traditional” roles: one party works and brings in income and one … Read more
What is Family Law Arbitration?
Family law litigation is a time-consuming and expensive process. Two years can elapse between the commencement of litigation and the … Read more
What is simultaneous settlement? (NSW)
Buying a new property and selling your old one can be complex and expensive. Timing is a key consideration. Should … Read more
Transferring Land in a Deceased Estate (NSW)
What’s a Transmission Application? If you have been appointed as the executor of a Will, you need to apply for … Read more
Deposit Bonds (NSW)
What is a deposit bond? A deposit bond is a legal substitute for a cash deposit. It is like an … Read more
What is an Equitable Trust?
What is a constructive trust? An all-encompassing definition is not possible, and constructive trusts have been labelled as “a rag-bag … Read more
Am I in a De Facto Relationship?
De facto relationships have been dealt with under the Family Law Act since all states and territories (except Western Australia) … Read more
Non Compliance with Federal Circuit and Family Court Orders
Non compliance with (also known as breach of) family court orders is a serious offence. What is non compliance with … Read more
