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Category: Deceased Estates
When family law intersects with a deceased estate – case review
There are several important considerations relevant to the administration of a deceased estate after someone dies. One of those is how other areas of law may intersect with estate law, creating some complexities when administering the estate.
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Review of Succession Act Queensland – proposed changes to intestacy rules
In September 2023, the Queensland government released a public policy paper, “Intestacy Entitlements and Family Provision Applications”, which outlines proposed legislative changes aimed at modernising sections of the Succession Act primarily related to the current intestacy rules.
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Australian surf photographer’s Will contested
This case review examines the validity of the Will of the late Martin (Marty) Tullemans, a well-known Australian surf photographer from the 1970s.
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Applying for Letters of Administration when someone dies without a Will?
If a loved one dies without leaving a valid Will, either the Public Trustee or a person with a recognised relationship to the deceased person will have to apply for Letters of Administration to be able to deal with the estate.
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High Court determines meaning of “breakdown of de facto relationship”
Understanding how the law interprets the breakdown of a de facto relationship can be significant in estate planning, deceased estates and family law matters.
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