Read this if you own a primary production business in Queensland and want to sort out your succession planning arrangements.

As part of the normal estate planning process, one should consider what happens to their digital legacy following their death.

What you should consider before you embark on negotiations, and certainly before the first meeting with your lawyer.

It is important to obtain legal advice about attending the Family Court, as non-attendance may have unfortunate results.

These testamentary trust changes provide benefits to beneficiaries such as asset protection and tax concessions.

Explains s121 FLA that prohibits the publications of details relating to Family Court proceedings where parties are identified.

Section 121 of the Family Law Act prohibits the publication of details that identify the parties or the proceedings.

This newsletter includes a selection of recent interesting decisions and outcomes relating to wills and estate planning.

UCPR r 42.1 provides that costs follow the event, unless it appears to the Court that some other order should be made.

A temporary regulation allows for the witnessing of certain documents via audio-visual link during COVID-19.

A hotchpot clause in a will should explain that advances to a beneficiary during your lifetime are taken into account.

COVID-19 has created a rise in online communications such as video conferencing.

COVID-19 has resulted in a large percentage of the population working remotely, and physical distancing measures have made it difficult for individuals to meet in person.

Testamentary trusts may protect family assets and can provide great benefits and flexibility in your estate plan.

The Commission confirmed that injured workers can receive maternity leave payments while receiving workers compensation.

If a member loses capacity without an EPOA, it creates a time-consuming and costly challenge for the SMSF to resolve.

Explanation of intervention orders, rehearing, appeals, time limits etc

New Revenue NSW Ruling provides helpful guidance on the deceased estates concession.

Whilst Indemnity Cost Orders are uncommon in Family Law matters, there are circumstances where they may be sought.

Explanation and discussion about Probate Caveats.