Wills & Estates

AN IMPORTANT CONVERSATION

AN IMPORTANT CONVERSATION

None of us likes to consider our own mortality. For our older loved ones, it’s an even more confronting topic and difficult to discuss. When Lindsay became ill, his family’s priority was to support him through his treatment, and keep him positive and as comfortable as...Read More
THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A VALID WILL

THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A VALID WILL

A Will is a legal document that sets out who will receive your possessions and property when you die. Having a valid Will is your opportunity to choose who your executor will be to administer your estate and how you would like your estate to be distributed. Through...Read More
WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR SUPERANNUATION WHEN YOU DIE?

WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR SUPERANNUATION WHEN YOU DIE?

Superannuation generally does not form part of your estate.  This means that when you pass away, your superannuation is not automatically transferred to your loved ones under your will. A valid death benefit nomination is one way to ensure that your superannuation and...Read More
WHY SHOULD I REVIEW MY ESTATE PLANNING DOCUMENTS?

WHY SHOULD I REVIEW MY ESTATE PLANNING DOCUMENTS?

Your estate planning includes at the very least your Will, Enduring Power of Attorney, Advance Health Directive and your Binding Death Benefit Nomination. We recommend that you review your estate planning documents every twelve (12) months, maybe at the same time as...Read More
WHAT HAPPENS TO MY SUPERANNUATION WHEN I DIE?

WHAT HAPPENS TO MY SUPERANNUATION WHEN I DIE?

One of your most valuable assets is your superannuation.  When you die your superannuation account is paid out as death benefit.  If you have life insurance set up through your superannuation, that will be added to your superannuation member account, increasing the...Read More
Cairns Lawyers – Testamentary Trusts

Cairns Lawyers – Testamentary Trusts

Testamentary trusts can be very effective estate planning tools to assist in providing for spouses, children and grandchildren, and are becoming increasingly popular as more people become aware of their advantages. A Testamentary Trust is any trust established under a...Read More