Planning for what happens to your assets, your family, and your legacy after you’re gone isn’t easy. It’s personal, sometimes confronting, and if we’re honest, it’s something most of us put off longer than we should. But the decisions you make now, or don’t make, can have lasting consequences for the people you care about …
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20 January 2026
What Documents Are Essential for Effective Estate Planning
Estate planning isn’t something most of us wake up excited to tackle. But if you’ve ever wondered what happens to your assets, your children, or even your beloved pet when you’re no longer around, or if you become unable to make decisions, then you already know why it matters. The right documents ensure your wishes …
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Wills
20 January 2022
When should you start a will and seven reasons why it’s important
I’m sure you or someone you know has continually put off writing a will. It’s not something we want to think about, and it can be an emotional experience.
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Probate Wills
12 January 2021
What happens to your online accounts when you die?
What happens to your online accounts when you die? As our online presence becomes increasingly prevalent it is still uncommon for people to consider what happens to their online accounts after they die. Losing a loved one is always a hard time, but this can become even more difficult by receiving “on this day” memories …
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Power of Attorney Probate Wills
26 August 2020
Making a Will and Power of Attorney during COVID-19
Making a Will and Power of Attorney during COVID-19 During these uncertain times, we have seen an increase in enquires from people starting to think about the future, what is next after COVID-19 and what may happen to their personal and financial affairs moving forward. Our advice has been to consider making a Will and …
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Wills
24 April 2020
When and how to update your Will
When and how to update your Will At Rigoli Lawyers we generally recommend that you update your Will at least every 10 years and at least review every 5 years. We anticipate that within every 10 years, your life will have undergone a large number of changes, so it is also likely that your wishes …
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Wills
25 March 2020
Will you protect what is important to you?
The importance of having an up to date will As everyone’s lives get busier and busier (not to mention facing major events), one thing people often put off is making a will. A will is an important legal document that allows you to plan for your family’s future if something were to happen to you. …
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17 May 2019
What is a grant of probate – cause of death – and missing persons
What is a grant of probate? A grant of probate deals with the assets and liabilities of the deceased. But executors and administrators also have duties and rights concerning the deceased’s causes of death and body disposal. The deceased Cause of death- suing for damages and/or defending will challenges It is important to consider whether …
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17 May 2019
What is Probate of a will?
What is probate of a will in Victoria? These are the most common enquiries we receive about Probate: What is Probate? Do I need a grant of probate? What happens If I’m the executor and I can’t afford the funeral expenses? Am I capable of being an executor? What should I do if I’m not? …
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Family Law will contest representation will contests Wills
6 December 2018
3 reasonable grounds for contesting a will
Losing a family member or a loved one is an emotionally distressing time for many people; comprehending the thought of never being able to see them again is enough to deal with. When there is a will involved, families can be torn apart in the midst of hurt and pain. Let’s be honest though, sticking …
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