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Understanding Victoria’s recent increase to probate filing fees
The Victorian Government has announced a significant increase of filing fees charged by the Victorian Probate Office within the Supreme Court. The new fee structure ...
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Wills, Powers of Attorney & Succession Planning
Navigating the effects of incapacity in Business and Trusts
Incapacity can have significant implications for the management and continuity of trusts and businesses. Incapacity can create complex challenges that require careful planning and legal ...
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Wills, Powers of Attorney & Succession Planning
Statutory Wills: What if I lose capacity to make a Will?
A Statutory Will can be the solution to estate planning problems where a person has lost capacity. Instead of being made by the person themselves, ...
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Wills, Powers of Attorney & Succession Planning
Guardians and Administrators: What if I lose capacity and haven’t appointed anyone to make decisions for me?
This article is a continuation of our Incapacity Series where we have recently discussed the Enduring Power of Attorney (“EPA”) and Appointment of Medical Treatment ...
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Wills, Powers of Attorney & Succession Planning
Appointments of Medical Treatment Decision Maker: What if I can’t make medical decisions for myself?
Every adult has the right to make their own medical treatment decisions. However, if you experience illness or an accident you may be unable to ...
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Wills, Powers of Attorney & Succession Planning
Enduring Power of Attorney: What if I can’t make decisions for myself?
At some point in your life, you may be faced with an event – such as an accident or illness – that leaves you incapacitated ...
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Wills, Powers of Attorney & Succession Planning
The Incapacity Series: The Importance of Planning Ahead
Incapacity and Planning Ahead: Why Estate Planning Matters Many people overlook the importance of estate planning, assuming it’s only for the rich, elderly or sick. ...
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Deceased Estates
Inheritance in limbo: understanding the basics of Intestacy
When a person dies ‘intestate’, it means that they have passed away without a valid Will (wholly intestate) or with a Will that doesn’t dispose ...
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Deceased Estates
What is a Deceased Estate?
A “deceased estate” (also simply called an estate) refers to all the assets and liabilities left behind by a person when they pass away. Assets ...
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