29/05/2026
Many people assume their Will takes care of everything they own. But if your family holds assets in a discretionary (family) trust, here's the catch: those assets generally aren't yours to give away in your Will — they belong to the trust.
What actually matters is who controls the trust after you're gone. That's usually the role of the "appointor" or "trustee" — and if that succession isn't planned, control can end up somewhere you never intended.
It's one of the most overlooked gaps in estate planning. The fix is straightforward once you know to look for it.
If your family or business uses a trust, it's worth reviewing your Will and your trust documents together.
Take Care of Tomorrow, Today. Call (07) 3482 6999 or visit www.biglaw.com.au