CASE NOTE: Bayliss v Public Trustee (1988) 12 NSWLR 540
Posted by PW Lawyers
on 15 May 2025
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In this case, an elderly lady Mrs Martin had been living alone. On 21 December 1984, she executed her final Will which she instructed to leave subsequent legacies to friends, relatives and to her church. She also appointed the Public Trustee as her Executor.
Mr and Mrs Bayliss were her neighbour...
Mr and Mrs Bayliss were her neighbour...
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Who should I appoint as my Enduring Guardian?
Posted by PW Lawyers
on 6 May 2025
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In New South Wales, an Enduring Guardian is someone you legally appoint to make lifestyle, health, and medical decisions for you if you lose the ability to make those decisions yourself. This appointment only takes effect if you lose capacity in the future. It is different from an Enduring Power ...
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We've Moved!
Posted by PW Lawyers
on 8 April 2025
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After serving the Lindfield community for over 28 years, PW Lawyers have moved to Pymble.
It has been a privilege being a part of the Lindfield business community. However, the time has come to move. Our new address is at Pymble Place, Suite 22, Corporate House, level 2, 25 Ryde Road Pymble.&nbs...
En Ventre Sa Mère: The Legal Rights of the Unborn Child for Wills and Estates in NSW
Posted by PW Lawyers
on 3 April 2025
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The phrase en ventre sa mère is a French term that translates to "in the mother's womb." It refers to an unborn child who is conceived but not yet born. This doctrine has significant legal implications in various areas of law, including inheritance rights under Wills and esta...
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CASE NOTE: McDonald v Commissioner of Taxation [2001] FCA 305
Posted by PW Lawyers
on 3 April 2025
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This case commonly referred to as McDonald’s case was a significant decision in Australian tax law. The meaning of a partnership at general law was further clarified by the Federal Court.
The case involved Mr McDonald and Mrs McDonald who purchased two strata title units as joint te...
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