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Most of us have some form of superannuation, either in an industry fund or a Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF) in Australia. Here at McNab McNab & Starke, we know just how crucial it is that you understand the way your super works, particularly in relation to SMSFs. You want full control over what happens to your assets when you die, and one way to ensure your superannuation goes to the right place is through a death benefit nomination.

When you make a Will, you need to appoint an executor and, in some circumstances, a trustee, who will handle your affairs when you die. It’s commonly assumed that a Will can be actioned immediately after death. However, in many cases the Will can’t be acted upon until Probate has been granted by the relevant court. Before your executor can distribute your assets in line with your Will and pay off your debts, they may need to apply for a Grant of Probate.

The two year period commences from the date of marriage to the date of applying to the Court for a divorce order.  The parties must have been separated and living apart for twelve months prior to applying for a divorce order…

You can apply for a divorce once your marriage has broken down irretrievably and you have lived separately and apart for twelve months immediately prior to the date of filing your application for the divorce order…

The team at McNab McNab & Starke has put together this newsletter of recent legal news in Victoria. These digestible, bite-sized news updates help you keep up with the latest in Victorian law. This edition covers recent legal news from circa April and May 2022....

At some stage during your life, you may be faced with an event, such as an accident or illness, which might take away your capacity to make important decisions for yourself. This includes things like where you live, how you spend your money and what support services...

Mediation can be used to resolve legal disputes in respect to the distribution of deceased estates, just as it is used for businesses and other legal matters. In estate disputes, mediation can be effective in resolving disputes concerning entitlements to the deceased...

A Will is a legal document that outlines who will receive your property and possessions when you die. By drafting a Will that is valid, you give yourself the best chance of ensuring your assets go where you want them to. Creation of a valid Will is an especially...

Legal missteps can create significant problems for any business, but for a small business, they can be particularly devastating. When it comes to protecting themselves when legal issues arise, small to medium sized businesses often don’t have the same resources as...

How to Avoid Pitfalls and Resolve Conflict Partnership disputes, shareholder disputes and conflict between business partners are unfortunately common. When several different parties are involved in a business, it’s possible that disputes will arise from time to time....