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Family Provision Claim by Spouse of the Deceased

Estate Litigation, Family Provision, Superannuation

The recent decision of Keighran v Bishop [2025] NSWSC 1553 (19 December 2025) involved an application for a Family Provision Order by the spouse…

One of the Many Perils of Litigating – the Non-Resident Party

Kate Varcoe

Beneficiary, Estate Litigation, Tax liabilities

When settling litigation concerning an estate, it is crucial to consider the tax implications that may arise from any resolution. This is particularly so…

NSW Clarifies Use of AI in Court Proceedings

Max Williams

Estate Litigation, NSW, Practice Note, Sydney, Wills

Anticipating the “rapidly developing nature of Gen AI” The Supreme Court of New South Wales has recently issued a new practice note (SC Gen…

Sparring Co-Executors

Maree Harris

Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, Wills

Careful consideration should be given as to whom you wish to appoint as the executor of your estate to avoid costly litigation and disputes…

What is the Cost of Challenging a Will?

Elizabeth Lorimer

Contesting a Will, Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, Wills

The simple answer might well be a lot. It is widely known that litigation is expensive. Look at the fees that Lisa Wilkinson is…

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Will Wars: Exploring the Grounds for Challenging a Will

Maree Harris

Family Provision, Estate Litigation, Heir Tight, Testamentary Capacity, Wills

Challenging a will – it sounds like a bit of a television drama, doesn’t it? The truth is that will challenges often involve legal…

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Estate Litigation – Family Reflections on Their Litigation Experience

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Heir Tight, Estate Litigation, Family Provision

As you would expect, many people who are embroiled in an estate litigation ask themselves these two key questions at some point: how did…

The Importance of Communicating with Your Attorney

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Heir Tight, Estate Litigation, Power of Attorney, Wills

Christmas is a time of family and giving. A lot of time is spent on selecting the perfect gift for each of your family…

Contesting Wills: What You Need to Know in the Leadup to Christmas

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Featured, Article, Contesting a Will, Estate Litigation, Wills

As the holiday season approaches, it is important to be aware of the legal intricacies surrounding estate litigation and contesting wills. The passing of…

A Case Worth Noting

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Heir Tight, Contesting a Will, Estate Litigation, Estate Planning, Family Provision, Wills

by Kate Varcoe The case of Kirk v Withington & Ors [2023] QSC 141 serves as a timely reminder about three key practical factors…

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