Wills & Estates
Legal updates, articles, and radio segments categorized under Wills & Estates.
Legal Matters: Loan Agreements, Debt Forgiveness & Your Rights Against Debt Collectors
A personal loan without a written agreement and a debt collector who won’t stop calling both test whether you have a record …
How long must a Queensland solicitor keep my legal documents?
When a legal matter concludes, the documents in your file belong to you, but the solicitor will usually retain the file in …
Can a lawyer charge ongoing fees to store my Will?
A common concern when drafting a Will is what happens to the original document and how much it will cost to store safely. Where …
Do I Need Probate in Queensland? A Practical Decision Tree
“Do we need probate?” is usually the executor’s first question - and the answer saves or costs families …
Contesting a Will in Queensland: The Family Provision Claims Timeline
Queensland’s Succession Act lets certain people challenge a Will that failed to make “adequate provision for their …
Power of Attorney Horror Stories: Why Every Adult Needs an EPA
Wills get all the attention, but the document that most often saves Queensland families from disaster is the Enduring Power of …
Testamentary Trusts in Queensland: Tax Perks, Protection and When You Need One
Most Wills leave everything outright - “to my wife, then my children in equal shares.” Simple, but for many Queensland …
Enduring Power of Attorney vs Advance Health Directive in Queensland
Both documents deal with decision making when you lose capacity, but they operate differently. An Enduring Power of Attorney under …
How much does a Will cost in Queensland?
The cost of a Will in Queensland depends on who prepares it. There are three main tiers: DIY Will Kits: A do it yourself Will kit …
Legal Matters: Debt Collection, EPoA vs AHD & The Cost of Wills
Personal debt collection, the difference between an EPOA and an advance health directive and the cost of a will all raise the same …
Should I use a codicil to update my Will in Queensland?
Using a codicil is generally strongly discouraged by Queensland solicitors. A codicil is a separate document, executed with the …
Will Kits in Queensland: DIY Options, the Public Trustee, and What You Need to Know
Making a will is one of the most important legal steps you can take. Yet many Queenslanders put it off for years, assuming it is …
Legal Matters: Off-the-Plan Risks, Sunset Clauses & Executor Powers After Death
Off the plan purchases, sunset clauses and executor powers all involve timing that can cost a buyer or a beneficiary if missed. …
Why You Need More Than Just a Simple Will
A basic will is a start, but comprehensive estate planning protects your family, minimises tax, and ensures your wishes are …