There are “strong indications” that somewhere between 50 per cent to 90 per cent of family violence cases involve economic abuse, and as such, it is imperative that lawyers know how to support clients through such traumatic incidences, argues one boutique practitioner…

The daughter of Bob Hawke is reportedly mounting a legal challenge against Blanche d’Alpuget over his will, two months after his death…

Scott Pape from the Barefoot Investor has suggested that we all prepare a ‘fearless folder’ in the event of our untimely death, so that our family will know all our expectations and social media details not found in a traditional Will…

While more Australians are aware of the importance of having a will, simply buying a do-it-yourself will kit from a newsagent and filling it out yourself can cause more problems than it solves.
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Making a will is vital, but can cost from $150 to thousands of dollars, if you use professional channels. Here are some tips on how to do it yourself, with intense attention to detail…

Some issues to consider when deciding whether or not to use a do-it-yourself Will Kit or a Solicitor when creating your Will…

Financial advice doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. In fact, much of it is free if you know where to look…

Files Stibbe Lawyers partner Dean Stibbe said he dealt with people all the time who were experiencing massive problems with their loved ones’ estates because they hadn’t made a legal will, power of attorney or other provisions…

You won’t be surprised to hear that the super laws surrounding divorce are complex, and self-managed super fund trustees are obliged to discharge their trustee duties impartially, as well as look after their own personal interests…

PEOPLE keen to gain a greater understanding of estate planning and how to ensure their affairs are in order are invited to a free public seminar on May 21…