Why a discretionary trust (family trust)?
Your will “gifts” assets in your name. Assets held in trusts are not in your name. Your trust is separate and independent from you. If you pass away, your trust does not – it continues. Who will…
Is your trust deed a problem?
Trust deeds need to provide the succession plan which you intend and which is appropriate for your family. You must treat your trust deed as seriously as you would treat making your will—similar…
Common Causes of Shareholder Disputes: Insights from Antunes Lawyers
Shareholder disputes often stem from a variety of triggers, reflecting the intricate dynamics of business relationships. Understanding these common causes is crucial for effective resolution.
New Changes to Conveyancing Law May Give Buyers the Right to Get Out of Contracts
Amendments to conveyancing and planning regulations in NSW, effective from 1 October 2022, have the effect of placing some vendors who currently exchange contracts for sale of land at risk of the…
What are “the best interests of the child”?
In a family law setting, all parenting decisions must be made in accordance with what is deemed to be in the child’s best interests. But what are deemed as the bests interests of the child? When…
Disclosure Letters and Warranties
All business transactions will require the parties to make particular warranties. If a party breaches a warranty, this may allow the aggrieved party the right to either rescind or terminate the…
Can I travel overseas with my children?
If you are considering travelling overseas with children involved in a separation, you will need to get written consent from your former partner. This is especially the case where you are in family…
What is a granny flat interest?
A granny flat interest is where an individual (usually a parent) acquired an interest to live in a property (usually belonging to their child) for the duration of their life. Granny flat arrangements…
Can an executor of an estate claim commission?
An executor acting on behalf of an estate is not automatically entitled to receive commission for their work during administration of the estate. However, the Supreme Court may award executor’s…