Enduring Powers of Attorney An Enduring Power of Attorney is an important legal document whereby a person (called the Principal) appoints a person or persons (called an Attorney) to make decisions on their behalf in respect of financial, personal and health care... Read More
What it means for you: the addition of “Medical Research” What has changed? As a result of recent changes to the ACT’s Powers of Attorney legislation, if you are incapacitated, then your attorney under an existing ACT Enduring Power of Attorney is now permitted to... Read More
We are often called upon to make wills or enduring powers of attorney for people in hospital, or for relatives who we are told or suspect have impaired mental capacity. This request always puts the lawyer in a difficult position because the capacity of that person to... Read More
An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) is perhaps the most important document you will ever sign. This article explores the benefits of executing an EPA today and the potential dangers of putting if off until tomorrow. An EPA allows you to choose a relative, a friend or... Read More
Understanding your personal and financial situation is critical to good estate planning. The more accurate information provided, the better the advice we can give you to achieve your desired objectives. Please consider the following issues before your appointment and... Read More
