We have recently seen an uptick in the incorrect use of Attorney powers in a Financial Enduring Power of Attorney. A common mistake is that the Attorney believes they can use the Financial Attorney powers to make decisions on behalf of the principal, in their role as a director of a company.
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When deciding the type of ownership to register your property, the most common choices are Tenants in Common or Joint Tenancy. So, which do you choose? In this article, we take a look at both of these types of ownership and their differences.
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Elder abuse can be defined as acts or omissions that cause harm or distress to an older person within a relationship where there is an expectation of trust. Like other forms of abuse, elder abuse is a complex issue that requires complex responses from individuals, industries (such as aged care), government and the legal system.
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In this blog post, we will explain the test for testamentary capacity, how we ensure that our clients have testamentary capacity, and the potential repercussions of a testator making a Will without capacity.
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When purchasing or selling a property, you may wonder whether you should engage a conveyancer or a solicitor. While the roles of these professionals do overlap, they each play their own part in the conveyancing process. In this blog post, we will explain the difference between conveyancers and solicitors.
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Aside from section 32 disclosure statements, new amendments to Section 12 of the Sale of Land Act 1962 also require the vendor to disclose any ‘material facts’ relevant to the property, of which they are aware.
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