Elise Jaques

The Impact of Business Structures on Estate Planning

The Impact of Business Structures on Estate Planning

In this episode of the Big Law Podcast, estate planning lawyer Elise Jaques joins us to explore the key business structures that impact estate planning. From sole traders to companies and trusts, Elise breaks down the essential differences between each structure and shares what estate planning documents business owners should have in place. With practicalRead More »The Impact of Business Structures on Estate Planning
Joint Tenancy or Tenants in Common. What’s Best for Estate Planning

Joint Tenancy or Tenants in Common. What’s Best for Estate Planning

In this episode of the Big Law Podcast, we sit down with estate planning lawyer Elise Jaques to discuss the crucial differences between joint tenancy and tenancy in common. Elise shares practical insights on determining how your property is owned and the steps you can take to align ownership with your estate planning goals. WhetherRead More »Joint Tenancy or Tenants in Common. What’s Best for Estate Planning
Can Step-Children Contest a Will?

Can Stepchildren Contest a Will?

It probably comes as no surprise, that in the context of estate administration, people who may be beneficiaries, or those that think they should be, may want to contest the Will. This can often concern stepchildren. In Queensland, this process is often referred to as a family provision claim. To learn more about this growingRead More »Can Stepchildren Contest a Will?
How can an Executor be removed?

How can an Executor be removed?

One of the most important aspects of estate planning is of course, making sure you have the right executor. But what happens if things don't work out or circumstances change and you want another executor. In this podcast, Estate Planning Lawyer, Elise Jaques discusses the matter. Contact Us
Avoiding the Estate Planning Risks When Moving into a Retirement Village

Avoiding the Estate Planning Risks When Moving into a Retirement Village

In recent years, there has been an exponential increase in the number of retirement villages being built, and of course, the number of people moving into them. In the context of the legalities, there is often an emphasis on the contractual obligations when buying into such a village. But what about the impact on estateRead More »Avoiding the Estate Planning Risks When Moving into a Retirement Village
Why Christmas is the Ideal Time to Consider Your Estate Plan

Why Christmas is the Ideal Time to Consider Your Estate Plan

Christmas often highlights the importance of family. In this podcast, Estate Planning Solicitor Elise Jaques explains why Christmas is the ideal time to consider your estate plan. Contact Us TRANSCRIPT Speaker 1: At Big Law, we are big on providing you great legal help. If you have a family law, business law, wills and estates,Read More »Why Christmas is the Ideal Time to Consider Your Estate Plan
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The Importance of Updating Your Estate Planning Documents Following Separation

An Oversight with Massive Consequences. In this podcast, our Estate Planning Lawyer, Elise Jaques discusses one phenomenon that occurs more often than you would think! Transcript Speaker 1: At Big Law, we’re big on providing you great legal help. If you have a family law, business law, wills and estates, commercial law, or conveyancing issue, we’re here toRead More »The Importance of Updating Your Estate Planning Documents Following Separation
Superannuation Binding Death Benefit Nomination - Big Law

What is a Superannuation Binding Death Benefit Nomination?

Your self-managed, industry or retail Superannuation contributions and benefits are held in a trust, which in turn is controlled by a Trust Deed. This Trust appoints people (Trustees) to act for its members, which in the case of your Super Fund, is you. Most Super Funds accept your nomination of a beneficiary (the person/s ofRead More »What is a Superannuation Binding Death Benefit Nomination?