Egg Freezing & Wills: Why Estate Planning Must Evolve
1st September, 2025 In recent years, the use of reproductive technologies like egg freezing has surged in Australia. Modern medicine offers new ways to increase and preserve fertility. However, with these advancements come new legal and ethical questions – particularly in relation to Wills and Estate Planning. Egg freezing, also known as cryopreservation, allows […]
Should You Appoint a Solicitor as Executor of Your Will?
26th August, 2025 Choosing an executor is a key step when drafting your Will. This person is responsible for managing your estate once you pass away. You may appoint a friend, family member, or a professional, such as a solicitor. But does appointing a solicitor as executor look different to choosing someone else? Let’s […]
Leaving a Gift to Charity in Your Will: What You Should Know
18th August, 2025 Many of us want to support causes we care about, even if we can’t always give during our lifetime. One powerful way to leave a legacy is by including a gift to charity in your Will. This kind of donation is often called a bequest or a charitable gift. Importantly, this does not mean […]
Who Can Be the Executor of a Will?
11th August, 2025 Choosing an executor is one of the most important parts of writing a Will. This person is responsible for carrying out the instructions left in your Will after your death. Because of this, it’s vital to choose someone who is capable, trustworthy, and well-informed. What Is an Executor? An executor manages […]
Fraud and Wills: What You Need to Know About Estate Risks
7th August, 2025 When a person passes away, the focus should be on honouring their wishes. However, estate fraud can seriously threaten that outcome. Increasingly, cases in New South Wales show how vulnerable Wills and estate administration can be to deception and theft. What Is Estate Fraud? Estate fraud occurs when someone uses […]
DIY Wills Gone Wrong: The Cautionary Tale of Borbil v Borbil
28th July, 2025 Writing a Will might seem simple, but one recent Queensland case shows how dangerous that assumption can be. In Re Negrean; Borbil v Borbil [2025] QSC 66, the Supreme Court was asked to interpret a DIY Will. Although the Will was written with good intentions, it contained serious flaws. These errors led to […]
The Risks of Using AI for Contracts
21st July, 2025 Artificial intelligence (AI) is now a familiar part of daily business. From emails to analytics, it supports many tasks across industries. In the legal sector, tools like ChatGPT are gaining traction for document drafting. But can you really rely on AI to write your contracts? Let’s explore what ChatGPT can do – […]
Promises, Property, and Estates
23rd July, 2025 In estate planning, what you put in writing matters – but so do the promises you make. The 2024 High Court case of Kramer v Stone is a powerful reminder that verbal promises, especially those made about inheritance, can carry serious legal weight. Even when they aren’t in a Will, such promises may be enforced […]
Can a Debt Be Forgiven Just by Dying?
7th July, 2025 When it comes to estate planning, most people assume their Will is the final word. But sometimes, strange legal outcomes can arise from informal arrangements. The case of Strong v Bird offers a fascinating look into what can happen when debts and family overlap after death. Let’s be clear: this isn’t a rule […]
Why Every Adult Needs a Will – Before it’s Too Late
30th June, 2025 It’s something we all know we should do -but most of us put it off. Writing a Will often feels like a task for “later in life” or after something big happens. However, real-life stories show that delaying your estate planning can have serious consequences. In fact, millions of dollars have recently been […]