ACL-Law

08/08/2022

Have you been disappointed by a loved one’s will or received a lesser share than your siblings?

You may be entitled to a portion (or bigger portion) of the estate

Call our expert team today to see how we can assist you, to get your fair share.

01/08/2022

Are you getting married or are recently married?

Did you know marriage can significantly impact your estate planning? Including automatically cancelling certain documents!

You don’t need to wait until after you are married to sort out your estate planning– you can do it before, provided that certain provisions are included.

Don’t get caught out!! Contact our expert team today to discuss your circumstance.

27/07/2022

Do you have a loved one suffering from dementia or who lacks capacity to update their Will, but you know they would not be happy with their current estate planning?

To make a valid and binding Will, it is essential to have the necessary level of capacity and understanding of what type of assets one has and who may have a potential claim on their assets once they pass away.

Did you know, however, if someone has lost capacity before they are able to update their Will (or if they never had the requisite capacity to begin with), the Court has the power to decide whether to make a new Will for the person without capacity?

If one of your loved ones is or you know someone in this position, contact our expert team today to discuss what options are available.

22/07/2022

20/07/2022

𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐲 𝐅𝐥𝐚𝐭 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 – 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐞?

A Granny Flat Agreement is a legally binding arrangement (usually written as a deed) where the ageing parent receives ongoing care and support from their children, in exchange for:

1. selling their home and using the sale proceeds (or part of the proceeds) to purchase a larger home that is in the name of their child; or
2. the child agrees to move into the ageing parent’s home on the proviso that the parent transfers the property title to the child; or
3. The aging parent sells their home and funds the construction of a granny flat or renovates the child’s property to accommodate the new living arrangements.

It should be noted a granny flat agreement does not necessarily require a “separate dwelling to be constructed”, it can simply refer to the agreed living arrangements – it is a flexible term.

If the ageing parent receives a pension, you need to seek legal and financial advice 𝘽𝙀𝙁𝙊𝙍𝙀 you enter the arrangement. There are strict gifting rules in place, which can affect the parent’s pension. Don’t get caught out! Properly documenting the arrangement will avoid any nasty surprises.

If you are contemplating this type of arrangement, contact our experts today to for hassle-free personalised advice on your situation.

15/07/2022

Getting an Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) shouldn't be costly!

Take advantage of our exclusive July offer!

Contact us today to discuss.

14/07/2022

So very proud to be a finalist in the 𝐐𝐋𝐒 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 - 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 (𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐫)

woo-hoo!! 🥳🥳

13/07/2022

𝐀𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬!
𝙴𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚢𝚘𝚗𝚎 𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛 𝟷𝟾 𝚗𝚎𝚎𝚍𝚜 𝚝𝚘 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚊𝚗 𝙴𝙿𝙾𝙰!

An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPOA) allows a person to legally convey their directions and wishes in circumstances where they can no longer communicate them, themselves, e.g. after an accident or an unexpected medical event. It is an extremely important document.

If you don’t have an EPOA, then no one is automatically allowed to make decisions on your behalf. A family member, close friend, or even a professional will need to apply to Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT) to be appointed as the person’s administrator (for financial decisions) and/ guardian (for personal/health matter).

This is a costly and time-consuming process. This could potentially cost thousands of dollars.

Don’t get caught out! Prepare for the unexpected. Contact our experienced team today to get your Enduring Power of Attorney.

20/05/2022

We have a new office!!

Come visit us at our new office in The Marine Village, Sanctuary Cove!!

14/03/2022

We are very proud and honoured to announce that ACL-Law has won its 2nd consecutive business award!!

We have been named as the Australian Enterprise Awards - Best Boutique Estate Planning Law Firm 2022!!🤩

Thank you to all those who nominated and voted for ACL-Law!!