estate Articles
Executor’s Commission
March 2nd, 2013 by | Deceased Estates & Inheritance Claims
Executor’s Commission Available in Certain Situations Being an executor of a deceased estate can be a large amount of work and take significant amount of the executor’s time and effort to make sure everything is done correctly within a reasonable timeframe. Where the executor is also a beneficiary this is not normally an issue but… Read more »
Do I Need a Grant of Probate?
February 22nd, 2013 by | Deceased Estates & Inheritance Claims
The death of a family member or friend is a difficult time, and the process of administering the estate can feel complicated and stressful. During this process, you’ll come across the term “Grant of Probate”. But what does it mean, and do I need a Grant of Probate for deceased estates? Keep reading to learn… Read more »
Left Out of a Will: How Do I Challenge a Will?
November 24th, 2012 by | Deceased Estates & Inheritance Claims
The loss of a family member is always a sad time, but it may become an even more distressing experience if you find that you have not been included in the deceased’s Will. If you have recently discovered that you were left out of your parent’s Will, you will likely be asking yourself “how do… Read more »
Duties of an Executor
November 24th, 2012 by | Deceased Estates & Inheritance Claims, Wills & Estate Planning
An executor is the person(s) or organisation chosen to carry out the terms of a will. The executor is responsible for the administration and control of a deceased estate until the final distribution of assets is made to the beneficiaries. The executor must first locate the deceased’s last will and contact the beneficiaries as soon… Read more »
Things to Keep in Mind When Making a Will
August 23rd, 2012 by | Wills & Estate Planning
Making a will is just one aspect of good estate planning. Of course you should also consider whether testamentary trust provisions would be appropriate and the benefits of an Enduring Power of Attorney and Enduring Power of Guardianship*. There are, however, a few other things your lawyer should be talking to you about … Jointly… Read more »
