Payments generated upon death from superannuation funds are not typically assets of a deceased person’s estate. They sit separate and apart and are dealt with by the trustee of the superannuation fund Continue Reading
When should you be updating your will?
A Will is a “living” document and should be reviewed regularly to ensure that it is up to date and remains consistent with your wishes. Typically, a Will should be reviewed every two or three years Continue Reading
What is a binding death nomination?
Unlike other assets, a person’s superannuation does not automatically form part of their estate. Therefore even though a person’s will may state that they wish assets to be distributed in a certain Continue Reading
Challenging a Will – Part IV application
A Part IV Application under the Administration and Probate Act 1958 Victoria is a claim for family provision made against a deceased estate. An Application under this Act is made in circumstances Continue Reading