Solution Brief: Guardianship Plan Checklist 

Solution Brief: Guardianship Plan Checklist 

A Guardianship Plan is a written record that you prepare as parents, detailing what you want for your child if both (or either) parent dies or can no longer perform their role as parent or guardian.  Background  The aim of your Guardianship Plan is to provide a set of useful guidelines or instructions for those […]

Solution Brief: Education Testamentary Trusts 

Education Testamentary Trusts 

Budget Update Notice: The 2026/27 Federal Budget contains proposals that may affect the information in this article. As at the date of this notice, these are proposed measures and have not yet passed into law. We are reviewing and updating our content as the legislative process progresses. If you are making a decision based on […]

Solution Brief: Trust Wills

Trust Wills ™

Budget Update Notice: The 2026/27 Federal Budget contains proposals that may affect the information in this article. As at the date of this notice, these are proposed measures and have not yet passed into law. We are reviewing and updating our content as the legislative process progresses. If you are making a decision based on […]

Solution Brief: Why you need to think about Estate Planning 

Solution Brief: Why you need to think about Estate Planning

Your Estate Planning is not something to be taken lightly. Take a few minutes out to ask yourself the following important questions:  Do you want to choose who benefits from your wealth, and when?  Do you want to protect the wealth you give your children from unjust claims?  Do you want to make sure your […]

I am a beneficiary under a Will. What can I expect?

I am a beneficiary under a Will. What can I expect?

After the death of a family member, it usually takes a bit longer than a beneficiary would like to receive their inheritance under a Will.  Why is this and what can you do about it?  On the death of the Will maker, the person appointed as the executor of their Will becomes responsible for ensuring […]

Can my stepchildren challenge my Will?

Can my stepchildren challenge my will?

In all states and territories of Australia, stepchildren either have an explicit or conditional right to challenge their stepparent’s Will. If you think there is a risk that your stepchild(ren) may make a family provision claim, this blog will answer some of your questions.