It is prudent to regularly review your Will to cater for changing circumstances in your life. Have you considered making reference to your Facebook and other social media accounts. Who should control these once you have passed away? If you have not taken your social media accounts into consideration when drafting your Will, our Auckland [...]
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Probate and Estate Administration – Resolving the Estate
Coping with the death of a loved one is never easy. If you are confronted with that situation our legal team at Quay Law are able to assist you with the adminstration of the Estate.. Once we have received the instructions to act and administer the Estate, we commence with the practical matters of resolving [...]
Posted by Auckland Law Firm, Quay Law on 07/03/2012
http://aucklandlawfirm.co.nz/2012/03/07/probate-and-estate-administration-resolving-the-estate/
Heir vs Beneficiary of a Will.
A last will and testament is important. Mistakes or misunderstandings can be costly, both emotionally and financially for your heirs. It is important that your will is carefully drafted so as to ensure, as far as possible, that it will not be attacked from some quarter following your death. A frequently asked question. What is [...]
Posted by Auckland Law Firm, Quay Law on 05/03/2012
http://aucklandlawfirm.co.nz/2012/03/05/heir-vs-beneficiary-of-a-will/
Is your Last Will and Testament up to date OR do you even have a Will?
Time to review your Will? Our lawyers recommend that you review your Will regularly. By way of example. Some wills include specific bequests to particular heirs e.g. my house (address) to “A” and my shares (company name) to “B”. Do you still own that house at that address and those shares in that company? Life takes its [...]
Posted by Auckland Law Firm, Quay Law on 29/02/2012
http://aucklandlawfirm.co.nz/2012/02/29/is-your-last-will-and-testament-up-to-date-or-do-you-even-have-a-will/
Have you reviewed your Trust Documents lately?
Gift duty was abolished with effect from 1 October 2011. This has had a practical impact and effect on people with existing family trusts. For any enquiries that you may have in this regard, contact Auckland law firm Quay Law on (09) 523-2408 or email quaylaw@quaylaw.co.nz www.quaylaw.co.nz Family Trusts Gift Duty [...]
Posted by Auckland Law Firm, Quay Law on 23/02/2012
http://aucklandlawfirm.co.nz/2012/02/23/have-you-reviewed-your-trust-documents-lately/
Property Law – Who should be the first person to Review your Sale and Purchase Agreement?
Property Law in New Zealand. It is a good idea to have your solicitor review any Sale and Purchase Agreement prior to the agreement being signed. This is to ensure all the necessary conditions are included within theproperty agreement. For more information regarding the legal aspects pertaining to legal transaction contact an experience lawyer at Auckland law [...]
Posted by Auckland Law Firm, Quay Law on 21/02/2012
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Trading trusts reform in spotlight
Trusts reform in spotlight Source stuff : 07/01/2012 ROB STOCK The Law Commission is seeking views on whether the veil of secrecy surrounding trading trusts needs to be lifted to protect both creditors and the integrity of the Companies Register. Trading trusts are structures where the trustee of the entity is a limited liability company, [...]
Posted by Auckland Law Firm, Quay Law on 09/01/2012
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