What is a grant of probate? A grant of probate deals with the assets and liabilities of the deceased. But executors and administrators also have duties and rights concerning the deceased’s causes of death and body disposal. The deceased Cause of death- suing for damages and/or defending will challenges It is important to consider whether …
Executors Letters of Administration Probate Wills
17 May 2019
What is Probate of a will?
What is probate of a will in Victoria? These are the most common enquiries we receive about Probate: What is Probate? Do I need a grant of probate? What happens If I’m the executor and I can’t afford the funeral expenses? Am I capable of being an executor? What should I do if I’m not? …
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Power of Attorney Probate Wills
13 January 2017
Myths about wills – Common misconceptions about wills
After 25 years of legal practice, we have come across a lot of myths about wills and common misconceptions that people have about Wills. Here are some of the common myths about wills we hear frequently. Myths about wills #1 – My wife and I can just make one “joint will” Many a couple will …
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Inheritance Wills
31 March 2015
Changes to laws when contesting wills
In 1998, Victoria introduced the Testator’s Family Maintenance claim through Part IV of the Administration & Probate Act 1958 (Vic) (“the Act”). This allowed a person to seek either provision from a deceased Estate or an increase in their provision. The definition of ‘eligible person’ was wide-ranging allowing a diverse group to apply therefore increasing …
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