Wills

Maria was born into a traditional European family. Her parents brought with them their traditional strict religious and social views when they emigrated to Australia in search of a better income and lifestyle. At first, Maria endured the usual taunts…

A staggering number of Australians die each year leaving valuable property, but no will. The figure is something like 40%. In these circumstances, legislation in Victoria (and the other States) provides for a formula for distribution of the assets. In…

A common problem is that the evil relative/partner/carer has taken out insurance during the deceased’s lifetime. Firstly, we find they have engineered a Will under which they get everything. There is often a clause in the Will explaining that you…

Silence From The Opposition In a typical Constable Connor case, our client has been left out of the will (or does not participate in the distribution to next-of-kin where there has been no will). When the claim is brought, there…

For well over a decade prior to 1 January 2015, Victoria had the most liberal will claims regime in Australia. In the past, Victorian claims were restricted to widows, children and (later) defactos.  Legislation effective 1 January 2015 has tried…