Legal Articles Australia: The Turnbull Hill Lawyers Blog

30/11/2023 By Jennifer Sorrenson

Is my former spouse entitled to my inheritance?

Accredited Specialist in Family Law, Jennifer Sorrenson, discusses whether former spouses are entitled to inheritances.

15/11/2023 By Natalie Power

What your Enduring Guardian can and can’t do

An Appointment of Enduring Guardian is a document which allows you to appoint a person, known as your Enduring Guardian, to make your health and welfare decisions, but only if...

03/11/2023 By Sally Elphick

What is an Independent Children’s Lawyer?

Family Law solicitor Sally Elphick explains what an Independent Children's Lawyer is and when they are used in court

05/10/2023 By Claire Aumuller

How to keep the family home after separation

Family Lawyer Claire Aumuller explains how to go about keeping the family home following a separation or divorce

15/09/2023 By Ella Stratford

Mediation for will disputes: What is it and how does it work?

When a person with a valid will passes away, their estate is usually settled by their executor in accordance with the instructions set out in their will. However, sometimes disagreements...

07/09/2023 By Patrick Huolohan

Saving tax with Trusts

A Testamentary Trust is an often discussed but rarely understood mechanism by which assets are inherited following someone passing away. If used correctly, a Testamentary Trust can be immensely useful,...

22/08/2023 By Adrian Corbould

Are adopted children eligible to contest a will?

Accredited Specialist in Wills and Estates, Adrian Corbould, explains the legal rights of adoptive children in wills disputes

16/08/2023 By Sally Elphick

AVOs and Family Law

How does an Apprehended Domestic Violence Order Affect Parenting Orders in New South Wales In certain situations, a breakdown in a relationship might be due to an incident involving domestic...