Author: Pamela Wood

In NSW it is possible for an Executor of a Deceased’s Estate to market, and even prepare to sell a property which is part of the Deceased’s Estate prior to Probate being granted. However, when selling a property subject to Probate, important considerations must be taken into account to ensure the sale conforms with NSW…

When someone passes away, it is only natural for family members to wonder who may be entitled to a specific gift or legacy under their will. What is not commonly known is who is entitled to inspect the will of the deceased after they have passed away. Entitled persons to inspect a Will In New…

A Look at Alexiou v Alexiou [2024] NSWSC 1340 In New South Wales, Section 57 of the Succession Act 2006 (NSW) (“the Act”) allows certain eligible people to make a Family Provision Claim if they believe they were inadequately provided for under a deceased person’s will. Who is an eligible person to make Family Provision…

For many Australians, superannuation is one of their most valuable assets, often surpassed only by the family home.  As Australians are working and living longer and the rate of mandatory employer contributions is increasing, in years to come, it has been suggested that superannuation will become the most valuable asset upon death. It is therefore…