Contesting a will or estate
Disputes about deceased estates are very common. Most people will know or have heard of someone who has had to bring or defend a claim. There are many different types of claimRead More…
Probate Rule changes
The rules governing applications for grants of probate and letters of administration in South Australia are changing from 1 July 2015. An advance copy of the rules is available from the CourtsRead More…
What is a family trust?
Most people have a general awareness of family trusts as being an investment vehicle for building up wealth, but don’t know much more about them. In this post I will provide aRead More…
What is probate/what are letters of administration?
When a person dies it is usually necessary for someone to administer the estate (the property) of the deceased person. The power to administer an estate is granted by the Supreme CourtsRead More…
Who does your Will belong to?
Recently I spoke to a client who wanted to draw up a new Will. During our discussions I was asked about what would happen if he passed away and his family membersRead More…
Letters of Administration
Montague Law Pty Ltd is pleased to announce that our rates for a simple Grant of Letters of Administration is now being reduced to $1,100.00 (plus Supreme Court Filing fee of $1,088.00).Read More…
Enduring Powers of Attorney – Part 3: What do I do now that I have made my Enduring Power of Attorney?
I recommend that you store your Enduring Power of Attorney in a safe place and advise your attorney of where it has been stored. If you wish for your attorney to commenceRead More…
Enduring Power of Attorney – Part 2: What do I need to know about making one?
Before going to see a solicitor to draw up an Enduring Power of Attorney you should think about the following: Who do you want as your attorney? You may have one orRead More…
Enduring Power of Attorney – Part 1: What is an Enduring Power of Attorney and do I need one?
An Enduring Power of Attorney is a formal legal document which allows you (as the “donor”) to nominate a person (known as the “donee” or “attorney”) and give them the power andRead More…
Wills – Part 3: What do I do now that I have made my Will?
Now that you have made your Will, you should not remove the staple, mark the Will or attach anything to the Will, not even by paper clips. Your Will should be keptRead More…