What is a deed of family arrangement? (NSW)
A deed of family arrangement legally changes the way a deceased person’s assets are divided between the beneficiaries. It can … Read more
Subpoenas and Family Law
When information is needed for the purposes of legal proceedings, a party may issue a subpoena requiring a third party … Read more
Trustee of a deceased estate (NSW)
A Trustee is a person responsible for administering a trust. If a Will contains within it or establishes a trust, … Read more
Low Range Drink Driving (NSW)
It is an offence In New South Wales to drive with a Low Range Prescribed Concentration of Alcohol (PCA) (s.110(3) … Read more
My ex has re-partnered – can this affect our property settlement?
A question that often arises after separation is whether an ex-partner’s new relationship can impact how property is divided after … Read more
Lodging a tax return for a deceased estate
An executor or administrator is responsible for: 1. Notify the Australian Tax Office of the death. If the deceased person … Read more
Service of documents in Family Law matters
All documents filed with a court must be served on all other parties to the proceedings. Service of initiating documents … Read more
Contesting a Will (NSW)
If a family member has been left out of a Will or feels they have been inadequately provided for (adequate … Read more
Deed vs. agreement – what’s the difference? (NSW)
What is an agreement? A written agreement usually refers to an exchange between multiple parties, where one party provides goods/services … Read more
Dying without a Will (NSW)
If your loved one has passed away without a Will (known as dying intestate), you won’t have any formal instructions … Read more
