Can a Solicitor be an Executor?
An executor is appointed in a Will to administer the deceased estate. A Will-maker (called a testator) can choose their … Read more
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Family law mediation for property settlements
Separated couples can use family law mediation (also known as divorce mediation) to divide their property and to resolve all … Read more
What is a Testamentary Discretionary Trust?
A Testamentary Discretionary Trust is a discretionary trust set up within a Will. ‘Discretionary’ means that the person or entity … Read more
Retirement Village Contracts (NSW)
Types of Retirement Village Contracts A retirement village contract sets out a resident’s obligations and their entitlement to reside in … Read more
Option to renew a commercial or retail lease
When negotiating a commercial or retail lease, landlords and tenants should consider whether to include an option to renew. What … Read more
Buying and Selling Businesses
This article addresses some common questions about buying and selling a business. 1. What is a “due diligence” inquiry? Causes … Read more
Assigning or Transferring a Commercial Lease (NSW)
If you lease a commercial property to operate your business, circumstances may arise where you need to transfer the lease. … Read more
Constructive Trusts
What is a constructive trust? A constructive trust may be imposed by the court where there is unconscionable or inequitable … Read more
Superannuation Death Benefit (NSW)
A superannuation death benefit is a payment to a dependent beneficiary or to the trustee of a deceased estate. The … Read more
Missing Will (NSW)
When a testator dies in New South Wales, the executor of the estate applies to the Supreme Court of NSW … Read more
