Testamentary Discretionary Trusts
Quite often a client will come to us and say they have heard about a Will that provides for a ‘testamentary discretionary trust’ and they want to know if it…
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Property Contracts- Correct Purchaser?
In the Queensland property market, solicitors are often an afterthought when it comes to commencing the sale or purchase of a residential property. Unfortunately, by the time “legal” gets subbed…
Recovering Land Tax – Points to Consider for Tenants and Landlords
As land tax can be a significant expense for investment property owners, when considering a lease, it will be of interest for both the potential lessor and the tenant whether…
Common Estate Planning Traps to Avoid
As with most estate administration matters, we see clients that are left with difficult circumstances after their parent has passed away. Sometimes, those clients are survived by step parents, who…
Debts and Statute of Limitations
Ever wanted to know the best way to secure a Loan to your children for purchase of their home? Make sure that you have a formal Loan Agreement with conditions…
Buying Off the Plan Developments: Buyer Beware
The economy has bounced far better than everyone expected and this has resulted in a surge in property buying. As the economy expands, the more frequent speculative option of buying…
Queensland Property Contracts – Lockdown Makes No Difference
Picture this: it’s Saturday evening. You are waiting nervously next to your phone with a glass of wine to take the edge off; waiting anxiously, after seeing your dream home at an inspection that morning. Why so serious? You have submitted an intention to make an offer…
The Voluntary Assisted Dying Bill 2021 passed by Queensland Parliament
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Key functions of an Agreement to Lease and its enforceability
From both the perspective of a potential Landlord or a tenant, an Agreement to Lease is often an important document that can highlight key points that are in agreement, prior to a Lease being prepared. If done correctly, it can reduce the points of negotiation or…
Doyle’s Guide – Rising Star
Perspective Law are delighted to announce that our Senior Associate, Lauren Nolan, has been recognised as a rising star in the Doyle’s Guide List for Wills and Estates for 2021.
Doyle’s Guide
We have some exciting news! Our Director, Tony Crilly, has been recommended in the Doyle’s Guide list of Leading Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Lawyer Rankings for 2021.
When to update your Estate Plan
23 August 2021 to 29 August 2021 is ‘Wills Week’ and a timely reminder to anyone who needs to update their estate plan. 1. What documents are included in my estate plan? Your estate plan includes more than just your Will. It also includes: Enduring Power of Attorney…