Bond, Administration Bond – S03E02 – Battle of Wills Video Series
When a beneficiary of a will disputes an administrator, the court would generally require a bond to be put in place.
Read MoreThe crunch of a Crisp order – S03E01 – Battle of Wills Video Series
A CRISP order is an attempt to soften the adage: “You can’t please all of the people all of the time”.
Read MoreEverything You Need To Know About Wills, Contested Estates And Family Provision Claims
We understand that the passing of a loved one is a stressful and emotional time. Legal disputes can arise over the deceased’s wishes, only adding to this stress for all...
Read MoreWhat are Smyth Orders? – S02E10 – Battle of Wills Video Series
If you're thinking of contesting an estate, what's you best estimated financial outcome if you win? What if you lose?
Read MoreDe facto relationships – How to prove you’re a duck… or not a duck – S02E09 – Battle of Wills Video Series
There are 9 considerations that assist the court in working out if someone is in a de facto relationship or not for family provision claims.
Read MoreJon Snow and the presumption of parentage in family provision claims – S02E08 – Battle of Wills Video Series
How is it deemed that someone is a deceased person's child? It all comes down to the presumption of parentage.
Read MoreCodicils – But wait, there’s more! – S02E07 – Battle of Wills Video Series
A codicil is a separate supplementary document that allows you to make changes to your will. What issues does this raise?
Read MoreDIY wills – Who wants to live forever? – S02E06 – Battle of Wills Video Series
Is it wise to use a do it yourself will? What are the implications if you don't consider people potentially contesting your will?
Read MoreRenunciation: If You’re Not In It For Love… – S02E01 – Battle of Wills Video Series
Being an executor is an unpaid and thankless job. So what happens if your executor decides they don't want to do it after your death?
Read MoreDon’t Go to Court – Mediation – S01E09 – Battle of Wills Video Series
Court is a very stressful place. It's in the best interest of everyone if the parties can resolve the matters between themselves.
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