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16Oct
What happens if we die at the same time?
I am often asked the question by clients when taking Will instructions – What happens to my estate if my…
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28Jul
What is a Will?
A Will is a legal document that states what you would like to happen with your money, belongings and other…
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26Nov
Have you updated your Will since separating from your partner?
Have you updated your Will since separating from your partner? Have you updated your Will since separating from your partner?…
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23Jul
I have a Will, But Do I need an Enduring Power of Attorney?
Most people know that they should make a Will but aren’t aware that making an Enduring Power of Attorney is…
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11Dec
Important issues about Wills
Too often we see or hear about Wills being disputed in the Courts. Here are some important issues you should…
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11Dec
Judge Rules Unsent Text Message Constitutes a Valid Will
In Queensland in general, for a Will to be valid and enforceable, it must be in writing and signed in...0 comments Read more -
02Apr
Testamentary Capacity and Making a Will
Testamentary Capacity and Making a Will Our Estates team at Hatzis Lawyers deal with a wide range of Wills and…
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08Jan
Why “Will-kits” are not cheap alternatives
Why “Will-kits” are not cheap alternatives. A Will-kit or a home-made Will appears to be a good bargain costing only... -
31Jul
I do not speak or read English. Can I still make a Will?
I do not speak or read English. Can I still make a Will? A will can be made for non-English…
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31Jul
What is a Testamentary Discretionary Trust?
What is a Testamentary Discretionary Trust? A Testamentary Discretionary Trust is a special form of trust incorporated in your Will….
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31Jul
What is a Statutory Will?
What is a Statutory Will? A statutory will is a will made by the Supreme Court for a person who…
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31Jul
Challenging a Will or Deceased’s Estate
Challenging a Will or Deceased’s Estate Types of Challenges An estate may be challenged on the following: the deceased did…
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31Jul
Not all assets of a deceased person are available for distribution to beneficiaries, why not?
Not all assets of a deceased person are available for distribution to beneficiaries, why not? Jointly owned property Jointly owned…
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31Jul
I have been appointed as an Executor. What do I need to do?
I have been appointed as an Executor. What do I need to do? Executor’s Role An executor is the person…
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26Jul
Who is responsible for funeral expense payment?
Who is responsible for funeral expense payment? It is the executor’s right and responsibility to organise the funeral and funeral…
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25Jul
My relative died without a valid Will. What should I do?
My relative died without a valid Will. What should I do? The intestacy laws list out who is to receive…
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25Jul
Superannuation and My Will
Superannuation and My Will. Do you know that superannuation does not automatically fall within your estate assets available for distribution…
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18Jul
What is the difference between a Grant of Probate and Letters of Administration?
What is the difference between a Grant of Probate and Letters of Administration? The Estates Solicitors at Hatzis Lawyers Sunnybank…
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07May
Contesting a Will
Contesting a Will. A legal will may still be contested according to the laws of Queensland in a number of…
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04Dec
TDT Will Benefits
TDT Will Benefits On 1 July 2012, the government increased the tax free threshold from $6,000.00 to $18,200.00. This means...




























