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25 February 2026 Making a claim known as a part IV claim against a deceased estate

There is a wide range of circumstances in which a claim may be brought against...

20 February 2026 challenging a will on the grounds of undue influence, coercion or pressure

Challenging a Will refers to the act of challenging the validity of a deceased person’s...

20 February 2026 Lawyer’s Cost Agreement and Cost Disclosure Statement – What does it all mean

How do you make heads and tails of what you will be charged when you...

16 February 2026 challenging a will or contesting a will

When considering the concepts of “challenging a Will” and “contesting a Will”, these concepts are...

4 February 2026 Congestion Levy

‍ ‍ What is the congestion levy? The congestion levy is an annual charge applied...

2 February 2026 Why is it so important to choose your executors carefully

Why Choosing the Right Executor for Your Will Matters When people think about making a...

Have you owned vacant land for 5 years that has not been developed? Changes to...

14 January 2026 Risks of DIY Codicils for a will

What is a Codicil? A Codicil is a formal document which has the purpose of...

4 January 2026 Why Choosing a Cheap Conveyancer over a conveyancing lawyer Can End Up Costing You More

Everyone is looking for ways to reduce costs. But when it comes to buying or...

17 December 2025 Vacant Residential Land tax on deceased estates

From 1 January 2025, Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) expanded from inner and middle Melbourne...

16 December 2025 which business structure is right for you?

Sole Trader Simple. Low cost. Full control. Easy to set up You make all the...

9 December 2025 Do you have a blended family? Here is why a carefully prepared Will is a must!

Do you have a blended family and do not have a current Will? Here is...