Are you an executor or administrator of an estate? If a firearm is part of that estate, you need to know how to dispose of it legally and safely. And, with an estimated one gun for every 20 people living in Canberra (The Canberra Times, 29 July 2017), this situation is quite common. In this article, Gillian Hunter outlines
Most of us don't know when we are going to die and often put off making a will. Facing one’s mortality can be confronting. However, if you die without a will (intestate), it's much more complicated for those that you leave behind. In this article, Snedden Hall & Gallop Associate, Gillian Hunter, describes a matter
The final report of the Banking Royal Commission (Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking Superannuation and Financial Services – the Commission) was tabled on 4 February 2019. In this article, our Associate, Helen Phelps, outlines some important issues you should be aware of – particularly in relation to superannuation, estate planning and estate management. The report
Establishing an enduring power of attorney allows us to decide what will happen if we have impaired decision-making capacity. But what happens if we move between Australian states and territories? Will our wishes still be followed? In this article, Helen Phelps, Associate with Snedden Hall & Gallop Lawyers, talks about enduring powers of attorney in different
When a document is not executed in accordance with the formal requirements for a valid will, a dispute can result. Should the document be recognised as a will, or not? In this article, Amanda West, paralegal with Snedden Hall & Gallop Lawyers, outlines the issues associated with informal will applications. What is a valid will?
How can we convince young Australians that they should make a legally binding will as soon as they turn 18? Tragedy struck Kay Catanzariti’s family when Kay’s son, Ben, was killed in a workplace incident at the age of 21. It's her strong belief that a legal will can ease the grief and heartache at
15 June 2018 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Elder abuse is a global issue affecting the health and human rights of millions of older people across the globe, including in Australia. In recognition of the significance of this issue, the United Nations has designated 15 June as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: a day for
WG and two siblings were appointed executors of their father’s estate. Sadly, WG’s father passed away causing the appointment of the executors to come into effect. The estate included a number of properties which would need to be sold. With one of the siblings living overseas, it was logistically difficult for all three executors to
The 2018 budget included some welcome changes for older Australians in the “more choices for a longer life” package. Helen Phelps, Lawyer with Snedden Hall & Gallop, highlights some of the key proposed commitments to older Australians in the 2018 budget. 1. Staying at home longer Scott Morrison announced that an additional $1.6 billion will
Providing for my pet in my will It’s no secret that we love the companionship of a furry, feathery or scaly friend. It’s been reported* that 65% of Australians consider their dog or cat to be part of the family. However, the legal system continues to view all animals as ‘personal property’. Due to this
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