The Effect of a Complex and Highly Conditional Will; From a possible zero inheritance, to $25 million to $6 million.
Written by Twistie Venning The Effect of a Complex and Highly Conditional Will; From a possible zero inheritance, to $25 million to $6 million. Analysis of Lemon v Mead [2017] WASCA 215 Recently the Supreme Court overturned a previous decision that saw the youngest daughter of mining magnate Michael Wright go from inheriting $25 […]
All’s Fair in Love and War? – Is a FVRO a weapon in the arsenal for a Family Law Fight?
In July 2017 the Restraining Orders Act 1997 was amended to introduce the ‘Family Violence Restraining Order’. Largely in response to political pressure, the protections for potential victims have been significantly increased. As a result of fallout from the horrendous outcomes in the past in relation to Family Violence for which Rosie Batty has been […]
Wills and Intestacy
Written by Amanda Somerville If you’re aged over 18 years of age, own assets and care who gets your assets or money when you die, then you should have a Will. A Will is an important legal document which sets out how you wish to distribute your assets upon your death. Each person must have […]
Advance Health Directives
I have recently discussed in my articles the importance of having a valid Will once you’ve reached 18 years of age. I have also discussed the importance of considering your personal situation and deciding if you should have an Enduring Power of Attorney and Enduring Power of Guardianship. The last of these documents that you […]
Child Relocation – Moving With A Child After Separation
One of the most difficult issues after a relationship separation is when the care-giving parent wants to relocate with the child. “Relocation” is the term used where the caregiving parent wishes to move the child’s residence to another town, State/Territory or country. Relocation is a serious matter where the move will result in the non-relocating […]
De Facto Relationships in Western Australia
There’s a lot of discussion in relation to marriage in the media at the moment, but there doesn’t seem to be a lot of information about the other popular relationship choice for couples – the de facto relationship. I thought it might be helpful to discuss what a de facto relationship is and how you […]
Enduring Powers Of Attorney
Last month, I discussed how important a Will can be to ensure your estate is distributed in accordance with your wishes once you die. Three other documents that are really worth considering are: an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) – the document that deals with your financial and land dealings; an Enduring Power of Guardianship […]
Enduring Powers Of Guardianship
Further to the last few months where I discussed the importance of having a valid Will and Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) (financial/land dealings document), this month I’m covering another important document, the Enduring Power of Guardianship (EPG). An EPG is a formal document which gives another person authority to make decisions on your behalf […]
Ways To Reduce Your Legal Fees
Get legal advice as quickly as possible to learn about your rights and responsibilities before committing to any settlement or agreement. Prepare for the first appointment Bring a summary of the case, in writing if possible. Bring relevant documents (see point 8). Have a list of the relevant events in date order. Have a list […]
Ways To Reduce Your Family Law Fees
See the article Ways to Reduce Your Legal Fees Bring as much as possible of the following information to your first appointment Your full name, and previous name(s) and date and place of birth. Your ex-partner’s full name, and previous name(s) and date and place of birth. The date and place of marriage, a copy […]