Wills and Estates

An Advance Care Directive ensures you remain in control of your healthcare needs
August 6, 2020
Advance Care Directives have replaced Enduring Powers of Guardianship, Medical Powers of Attorney and Anticipatory Directions. While your Enduring Power of Guardianship may still be valid, an Advance Care Directive allows you to set out in detail your wishes regarding future healthcare and lifestyle decisions, such as preferred living arrangements. It also enables you to […]
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Having a Power of Attorney in place is just as important as your Will
July 23, 2020
There is a common misconception that the Executor of your Will can make decisions for you while you are alive however, this is not the case. A Power of Attorney document is just as important as your Will. It allows you to appoint someone to act on your behalf for legal and financial matters while you […]
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Having a valid and up-to-date Will in place provides peace of mind
May 13, 2020
There is nothing like the threat of a coronavirus to give people pause to consider the importance of having a valid and up-to-date Will in place. A Will is a legal document that sets out your final wishes. In accordance with the Wills Act 1936 (SA) a valid Will is one that meets specific technical […]
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Estate planning issues concerning a self-managed superannuation fund
March 18, 2020
Superannuation is likely to be one of your major assets/financial resources. If you have a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) it is important to consider who will control it if you become incapacitated or die. You also need to consider what arrangements are in place to ensure payment of your death benefit to your beneficiaries. Loss […]
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Couples with blended families have unique considerations when preparing a will
February 28, 2020
Both my spouse and I have children from previous relationships. How do we ensure there are no disputes over our estate after we die? Unfortunately, blended family disputes over wills and estates are on the increase. This is a result of more relationships dissolving (due to separation, divorce or the death of a partner) and […]
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Response to proposed changes to the Public Trustee SA Wills service
March 8, 2019
MEDIA RELEASE: 27 February 2019 Changes to the Public Trustee SA Wills service ultimately benefits grieving families.   Last Friday Deputy Premier and Attorney-General Vickie Chapman announced that as of 1 July 2019 The Will preparation service provided by The Public Trustee is to be significantly reduced. The Public Trustee prepares approximately 1700 Wills and […]
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