Grant of Probate and Executors Grant of Probate and Executors, the role of an executor is centred on the proper administration of a deceased’s estate. Often multiple executors are appointed to ease the administration process including obtaining a grant of probate, in the event that, one of the executors is unwilling or unable to act. … Continue reading Grant of Probate – Lawyers Sydney
Case Studies
De-facto In Separate Houses!
Can you be in a De-facto relationship in separate houses? The law of inheritance often looks at whether the deceased was in a de-facto relationship before they died. To be characterised as a de-facto relationship under intestacy, two people must have had a relationship as a couple living together for at least 2 years before … Continue reading De-facto In Separate Houses!
Can A Text Message Be A Valid Will?
Can A Text Message Be A Valid Will in NSW? Traditionally a valid will is a carefully prepared document that expresses your testamentary intentions that has to be signed in the presence of 2 witnesses. Today’s world however has seen major technological advances. In fact, most people hardly go anywhere without their mobile phones. If … Continue reading Can A Text Message Be A Valid Will?
Probate Lawyers Sydney
Probate Lawyers Sydney NSW Probate and Your Loved Ones in NSW If you’re looking after a loved one, good Probate makes things much easier at difficult times! Looking after a loved one can be emotionally consuming. The last thing that you need to worry about at this time is what will happen after your loved … Continue reading Probate Lawyers Sydney
Removal of an Executor
When a Grant of Probate is obtained, the court expects the person appointed as Executor to administer the estate properly. This means that there are certain responsibilities and duties one must fulfil if one is appointed Executor. These duties include collecting the assets of the deceased, organising funeral arrangements, paying the debts owed by the … Continue reading Removal of an Executor
Uncontested Application!
An “Uncontested Application” requires expert legal advice from a lawyer who deals in Estate Litigation. When a person dies, there is a legal process that needs to be followed to allow their assets and liabilities to be administered. This process is referred to as a Grant of Probate and it requires the making of a … Continue reading Uncontested Application!
What Do You need To Be Aware, Of When Contesting A Will?
What do you need to be aware of, when Contesting a Will. There are a number of things that you need to be aware of and how they can impact on your family provision claim. The first thing that you need to be aware of is, whether you are classed as an “eligible person” under … Continue reading What Do You need To Be Aware, Of When Contesting A Will?