Hypotheticals
Every week, our Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates, Manny Wood, explores a real legal scenario in plain English.
Guardianship Update
In 2022, Norman consults a solicitor in relation to his estate planning and makes a new will, enduring power of attorney and appointment of enduring guardian.
Joint tenancy bypass
Moira had two children, Angus and Fiona. She made a Will leaving lump sum gifts to relatives and friends with 65% of the remainder of her estate going to Angus and 35% to Fiona.
A Friend in Deed
Geoff, aged 80, appoints his neighbour, Julie, to manage his financial affairs, under an enduring power of attorney. His wife passed away 15 years ago and he has no children.
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.
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