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You must understand how your assets will be distributed on your death, separation or with other life changes.
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Asset planning is a lifetime's work for most of us, so don't make decisions on flawed assumptions.
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Who should make a Will? How do I make a Will? What do I need to include in my Will?
Cavell Leitch
It is important to consider the different types of ownership when purchasing a property with another party.
Cavell Leitch
Significant increases in farm values has led to farm succession planning becoming a great deal more complex.
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Collaborative law is a process where parties work together in a non-adversarial manner to resolve separation disputes.
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A collaborative process allows parties to resolve matters by considering the interests most important to each party.
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If you want someone to act for you when you can no longer manage, arrange an EPA while you are still capable.
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Irrespective of your age, financial position, and marital status, it is important to take the time to make a Will.
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The Care of Children Act 2004 makes it clear that vaccination of children is a guardianship decision.
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Recent case provides a useful backdrop to consider guardianship rights and responsibilities and how they should be exercised.
Cavell Leitch
Link to update to guidance for shared care arrangements of children under COVID-19 Alert Levels.
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As parents make decisions in the best interests of their children, they are now restricted to a two-bubble scenario.
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Despite the lockdown, the Family Court continues to deal with urgent matters, including those relating to family violence.
Cavell Leitch
Vaccination is a guardianship issue, although the children/child's view, for 12-15 year olds, will be considered.
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Possible impending changes to SL may have a significant impact on who can make a claim against an estate & for what reasons.
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A New Year is a reminder to ensure that all relationship legal affairs are in order for a successful and worry free 2021.
Cavell Leitch
A recent High Court case shows the difficulties of deciding what indicates whether a de facto relationship exists.
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Under New Zealand law, a person's Will will be automatically revoked upon marriage (or if entering into a civil union).
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Determining which party is entitled to retain the engagement ring will depend on the specific facts of each case.
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