Szabo & Associates News & Updates

The loss of a family member or close friend is always going to be a difficult time. This will be particularly so if you find yourself in the position of having to sort out the deceased’s finances or deal with awkward relatives. If you have been appointed as executor (in a Will) or administrator following probate, which gives legal authority to wind up a deceased’s estate, there are legal duties to perform with personal financial risks if you get it wrong.

An enduring power of attorney confers considerable authority and responsibilities on the individual appointed as an attorney. In this blog, we look at the consequences when the delegated powers are abused by the person entrusted with them.

Digital assets can include any personal property, records, or accounts in digital form; these assets can be a mixture of monetary and items that hold sentimental value. Here, we look at why you should consider your digital assets during estate planning and how this can mitigate problems when you are no longer here.

There are two important actions that could be brought against a deceased person’s estate. The first involves a person, or persons, contesting a Will in order to claim some provision, or additional provision, from the estate.

The New Year is often seen as a time for resolutions. In reflecting on what can make a positive difference to ourselves and families reviewing your Will can easily be overlooked.