The ACT Government has recently introduced the COVID-19 Emergency Response Legislation Amendment Bill 2020 (ACT). This Act allows for certain legal documents to now be witnessed virtually, via an online platform. The recent changes only apply to the following... Read More
Here we answer some of your questions about signing and witnessing requirements for your Wills and Powers of Attorney in the era of COVID-19 as well as possible protections to include in your Wills. Please note this information was prepared in relation to signing... Read More
Most of us want our next of kin to be well aware of our wishes if we are terminally ill, especially if we are incapacitated and unable to make decisions for ourselves. The procedures of Advance Care Planning are slightly different in the ACT compared to NSW. This... Read More
Our very own Brian Tetlow was a guest presenter on ABC Radio Canberra ‘Afternoons with Paula Kruger’. Below are four sessions where Brian goes through the key points regarding your Enduring Power of Attorney. For a discussion from Brian of everything... Read More
Though commonly used and highly important, there are many misunderstandings and misconceptions regarding Powers of Attorney. In this article we go through some of the common beliefs regarding these documents. Each of the headings below provides a common misconception... Read More
For those who run a business or trust where a company structure is involved, having a company Power of Attorney can be an essential estate planning tool. Have you considered what would happen to your company if you, as one of the directors (or worse, the sole... Read More
