Hypotheticals

Every week, our Principal Solicitor and Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates, Manny Wood, explores a real legal scenario in plain English.

Toxic love, testamentary obligation

Published on: 26/03/2026

William died at 48 without a will, leaving an estate valued at $360,000. His assets included a small rural property, a motor vehicle and minimal cash.

Toxic love, testamentary obligation

Exes, estates and entitlement

Published on: 29/01/2026

Tracey died unexpectedly at 56, leaving no will.

Exes, estates and entitlement

Secret Daughter Emerges to Claim Father's Estate

Published on: 07/08/2025

In tragic circumstances, Wendy’s son, William, passes-away.

Secret Daughter Emerges to Claim Father's Estate

Legal limbo for left out lover

Published on: 17/07/2025

Elena, a woman in her early 50s living in Athens, had been in a five-year relationship with Thomas, a married Australian businessman.

Legal limbo for left out lover

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