Over the past few months there has been a lot of talk in the media about Mr Fluffy homes and how the ACT Government is going to address the safe removal of asbestos from these properties. In recent weeks it was announced that the ACT Government would offer to buy back... Read More
It is now nearly 5 months since Tetlow Legal commenced practice following, as many of you are aware, 9 successful years with my partners at Tetlow Tigwell Watch. I am pleased to announce that Emma Bragg has joined me as an Associate in the practice. Emma is a very... 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
You need a Will because a Will is the only way you have of giving personal property, land and money to the people that you choose after you have died. A Will is an essential part of your financial, tax and succession planning. It can protect your estate from being... Read More
What is a Testamentary Trust? A testamentary trust is simply a trust created in a will. What then is a trust? A trust is where one party – the trustee, holds property for others – the beneficiaries. Even the simplest will is likely to have trusts. For... Read More
What are the legal steps that are taken after someone dies? After a person dies someone has to look after the assets of that person and pay the person’s debt. Although the person is no longer here, his or her affairs must be finalised and the person to finalise... Read More
It is sensible to review your will regularly. It could be that a will made many years ago is still appropriate, just as it may be that a recently made will is now out of date. Ideally you should review your will annually, along with other annual events, such as... Read More
Your needs in 2014 and beyond, as clients or referrers of legal services are more different now than ever before. As lawyers we must be able to respond to change and adapt. For me that is to focus only on what you’re most skilled in and passionate about and stick to... Read More
Yes. Just like a will, an Enduring Power of Attorney needs to be regularly reviewed. Why? In 2007, the ACT Government comprehensively reviewed and changed the laws relating to powers of attorney. Those changes had a significant impact on pre-existing powers of... Read More
When renting business related property it is important for both Landlords and Tenants to understand the relationship they are entering into and the rights and obligations that they each have, the document that governs this relationship is usually a Commercial Lease.... Read More
