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Appointment of Testamentary Guardian of Infant Children
October 23rd, 2014 by | Wills & Estate Planning
One of the main reasons why people make the effort to prepare or update their wills is to make sure that their infant children are taken care of. The Guardianship of Infants Act 1940 (SA), Section 13 provides each parent of a minor child (under 18 years of age) with the right to appoint a testamentary guardian… Read more »
Enduring Power of Attorney and Enduring Power of Guardianship – Do I Need Both?
May 21st, 2013 by | Wills & Estate Planning
I am often asked the difference between an Enduring Power of Attorney and an Enduring Power of Guardianship*. Many people assume that when they appoint an attorney, that person assumes the role of decision maker in all aspects of their lives. But this is not correct, as the roles of Attorney and Guardian* are separate… Read more »
