Key Legal IssueThe central issue is whether a stepchild—who has not been legally adopted by the deceased—can make a claim against the estate of a person who died intestate (i.e., without a valid will) in Victoria.Relevant Legal PrinciplesEntitlement on...
IntroductionVictorian Notaries are frequently called upon to prepare Powers of Attorney (POA) for clients intending to use these documents in foreign jurisdictions, including Croatia. In such cases, the POA must be notarised by a Notary Public and often requires...
IntroductionSuperannuation is a significant component of estate planning in Australia, often representing a substantial portion of an individual’s wealth. However, the distribution of superannuation benefits upon a member’s death is governed by specific legislative...
Intestacy arises when a person dies without leaving a valid will. In such cases, the distribution of the deceased’s estate is governed by the intestacy provisions set out in the Administration and Probate Act 1958 (Vic) (“the Act”). This article provides an...
Key Legal IssuesWhen notarising a Power of Attorney (POA) for use in India from Victoria, the principal legal issues are:Ensuring the POA is validly executed and notarised in accordance with both Victorian and Indian requirements.Satisfying any additional...
