Hypotheticals
Every week, our Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates, Manny Wood, explores a real legal scenario in plain English.
Cocktails, cruises and codicils
Jean had spent decades building a life of considerable means with her husband, Werner. Following his death, she updated her Will, leaving the bulk of her substantial estate to family members and several charities. Then Jean boarded a cruise.
Equal isn't always fair: ‘A’ Minor dispute
Hans dies at 82, leaving behind his wife of 22 years, Greta, his daughter from a previous marriage, Anna, and a Will that, at first glance, seemed perfectly sensible.
Blast from the past
Daniel passes away unexpectedly, leaving no will. Daniel’s mother, Amanda consults a solicitor regarding the administration of the estate. Amanda tells the solicitor that Daniel was never married, did not leave a de facto partner and had no children.
You goat to be kidding me…
Brigid O'Sullivan passes away at 78, leaving behind a carefully drafted Will and a cottage-sized problem.
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