Updating your Will can be just as (possibly more) important than ensuring you have one in the first place. Celebrities are not immune from this either, take for example the ‘out of date’ Will of Heath Ledger. Everyone knows they should have a Will. Whether everyone actually has one is a different thing altogether. Whether it be apathy, laziness or fear of death, an alarmingly large number … [Read more...]
Can I leave someone out of my Will?
A recent judgement out of the Supreme Court of South Australia sends a timely reminder to all Will Makers, that trying to successfully leave someone out of your Will is still a very difficult and tricky proposition. For many years now a myth has been perpetuated in many circles relating to the misconception that leaving someone a ‘token’ amount in your Will is a sound tactic for preventing … [Read more...]
Celebrity Wills Blog Series: (1)Robin Williams
Every adult needs a Will. I say and write that repeatedly when speaking with new clients, current clients, friends or the public when presenting seminars or information sessions. So why do we not think that celebrities don’t have a Will? Of course they do. Celebrity Wills range from the complex, think Michael Jackson, to non-existent, Amy Winehouse or, (would you believe it?) Abraham … [Read more...]
Making Changes to your Will?
I drafted my own Will using a Will Kit a couple of years ago, but my circumstances have since changed and I want a few things altered. Is it okay if I just handwrite the changes in the margin and then sign and then date those changes? Is it okay? The simple answer to this question is no, absolutely not; but the complex answer to why this is the case is not so straightforward. Firstly, a … [Read more...]
Mum & Dad Banks Beware
Each morning I like to watch a few minutes of Sunrise. At least I do, until I realise that the kids are no-where close to being ready for school (and the grumbling ensues). At any rate, yesterday morning, I happened to catch a report about the rise of ‘Mum and Dad Banks’. This is the term that has been coined to describe a situation when parents provide money or security to assist their … [Read more...]
Estate Planning With Special Needs in Mind
Parenting is hard work. As the father of three healthy and rather rambunctious kids, I can vouch for this. I can also attest to the fact that being a father forced me to change my priorities and to think about the future in a way I hadn’t previously. As an Estate Lawyer, I work with lots of couples professionally and help them undertake the often daunting task of drafting their Wills. … [Read more...]
Probate & The Role of Executor
“My Great Aunt Edna just died and it seems she has listed me as her sole executor. I’m feeling quite overwhelmed and don’t know where to start.” When a family member or close friend dies it is normal to feel a whole range of feelings ranging from grief to confusion. The news that you have been named as an executor may come as a surprise (although hopefully not), and will certainly heighten … [Read more...]
DIY Will Kits: Why Your Lawyer Loves Them
DIY Will Kits have been around for a while now and are readily available for the fraction of the price of having a Will prepared by a lawyer. In fact, you can probably pop down to your local post office right now and pick one up for less than the cost of an average pub meal. I must agree that the promises put forward by these kits makes them seem rather alluring to the average lay … [Read more...]
Welden & Coluccio Lawyers Celebrates its Third Tourrific Prospect
We love being part of the vibrant community that is the City of Prospect. Our involvement in the ‘Tourrific Prospect Street Party’, this year held on 17th January, is an important way that we are able to engage with locals and other business owners all along Prospect Road and in the immediate vicinity. While we have previously used this event as an opportunity to educate the community in the … [Read more...]
Swimming Pools: Know Your Legal Obligations
As a father of three I know too well the importance of pool safety especially where young children are concerned. In fact, our youngest child is currently enrolled in VacSwim, a brilliant government-funded program that is designed to promote water safety in our primary school-aged children. While programs such as this are important, alone, they are not enough to prevent water related deaths. … [Read more...]
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