Can an Executor contest a Will? (NSW)
An executor is typically the person who defends a deceased estate against a Family Provision claim. However, when the executor … Read more
Wills and Deceased Estates
What is a Statutory Will? (NSW)
Anyone wishing to make a Will must be over eighteen years of age and have the necessary testamentary capacity. When … Read more
What if the executor won’t give me information about the estate?
In some circumstances, the estate’s executor or administrator may be required to file and verify the estate’s accounts with the … Read more
What is an Intestate Estate? (NSW)
When someone dies without leaving a Will (called “intestate”) in New South Wales, their assets are distributed according to the … Read more
Legal Professional Privilege: Can You Redact Medical or Psychological Records Before Giving Them to Your Solicitor?
If you are involved in a family law, estate or family provision dispute, you may need to provide your solicitor … Read more
Bankrupt Deceased Estates (NSW)
If a bankrupt person dies, all assets available from their estate are divided equally among their creditors. A bankrupt deceased … Read more
Right to occupy property in a Will (NSW)
A right to occupy property (also referred to as a “right of residence”) is where a property owner grants someone … Read more
Section 100 Statements: Leaving Someone Out of Your Will (NSW)
If you are making or updating your Will and intend to leave a child, former spouse, de facto partner or … Read more
What is a Family Provision Claim (NSW)?
A family provision claim allows eligible persons to apply to the Supreme Court of NSW for a share of or … Read more
Removing misbehaving Executors (NSW)
A Will-maker generally chooses an executor to administrate their deceased estate from friends, close family, or a professional such as … Read more
