Amending a Testamentary Trust After the Will Maker Dies

  Amending a Testamentary Trust after the Will Maker Dies In Australia, the legality of altering a testamentary trust after the Will Maker’s death can be intricate. It’s essential for both Will Makers and potential beneficiaries to comprehend the...

What happens to my HECS Debt when I Die?

What happens to my HECS Debt when I Die? The executor of your Will lodges all outstanding tax returns. This is up to the date of your death. If the Notice of Assessment includes a compulsory HECS debt repayment, your Executor pays it out of your estate. Apart from...

Wills for blended families

  When it comes to wills for blended families, there are two main approaches: 1. Leave everything to my second spouse You leave everything to their second spouse. Once both of you die, a portion of the inheritance goes to your family, and the remaining portion...

Do you have the mental capacity to sign a Power of Attorney?

Were you of sound mind when you signed your Power of Attorney? In the intricate web of Australian law, few legal matters carry as much significance as the capacity to create enduring powers of attorney (EPOAs) and the capacity to revoke them. These legal instruments...