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What is Probate and Why do I Need it?
In this article What is probate? When is probate required in Queensland? What probate lets an executor do When probate might not be needed Risks of trying to proceed without probate Frequently asked questions Last updated: 28 January 2026 Key takeaways Probate...
Deceased Estates and the Tax Office
Finalising the tax affairs of a Deceased Estate is an area that we all too often see overlooked by executors and administrators. There are a number of obligations that executors and administrators must comply with in this regard to avoid getting into trouble with the...
Do I Really Need Probate?
You’ve been named as an executor in a loved one’s will. It’s an emotional time. You’ve arranged a funeral and said your goodbyes. You set about finalising your loved one’s affairs only to be told you need a grant of probate. What? Why? How? Where do you begin?
Estate Planning – Why is it so Important?
You've heard of a will and maybe a power of attorney but what exactly is estate planning and why is it so important? The answer often varies but at Generations Law we see estate planning as the process of growing and protecting your family's wealth both during and...
What happens if I die without a will?
If you die without a will you are said to have died intestate. This means that, instead of getting to choose who looks after your affairs and inherits your property and possessions, these matters will be determined according to formulas in the Succession Act 1981...
I’ve been named as executor – what now?
You've just received a call from a solicitor telling you that you've been named as the executor in someone's will. Hopefully you already knew this but that's not always the case. What do you do? First of all, don't panic! You are free to choose whether you want to...
Power of attorney and advance health directives
While hopefully we'll never need them, an enduring power of attorney and advance health directive are vitally important estate planning documents. Why leave yourself and your family unprotected? So what are they? In this article we'll be taking a look at Advance...
Testamentary Trust: Why you should consider one
A testamentary trust offers a number of benefits including protecting assets from creditors, protecting vulnerable beneficiaries and potential income tax savings. A testamentary trust is like a family trust but is created by the deceased's will rather than a trust...
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