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Henry Packham 2021-01-21

It might seem to be a simple task on paper, but it’s complicated and takes long legal processes.

With large money at stake, you will definitely not want to run into additional costs and major delays.

This is exactly where our conveyancing solicitors help you.As the best solicitors in Sydney, we are more than able to provide you the services you exactly need.

We will deal with every aspect of the sale or purchase.

We will strictly monitor the whole procedure whether it be your contract, property searches, or finalizations of registration.Reasons Why Hiring Conveyancing Solicitors is ImperativeDue to the complex nature of real estate property transfers, it is wise to hire professionals who are specifically trained for it.

Gaining valuable insights into different kinds of deals and arrangements would give the buyer or seller a huge advantage.• Give Legitimate Legal Advice and Handle Legal AspectsThis is probably one of the most technical reasons why you should hire Packham solicitors.

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Henry Packham 2020-11-11

An administrator has to be appointed by the court.

The role of the administrator is the same as executor and the only difference is that the administrator is obviously not the choice of the testator/will-maker.

The decision of who can be the administrator depends on a number of matters but what usually happens is that the person who receives the largest legacy will make an application for letters of administration with the will annexed.If the other beneficiaries agree to that course and formally consent to it in writing then the court will almost certainly grant letters of administration with the will annexed.

This means that the court appoints the administrator to carry out the terms of the will as if the administrator was the executor with the same rights and responsibilities as the executor.

If the other beneficiaries do not consent or if they are not able to consent due to them being under the age of 18 then the court may require the administrator to obtain a bond to ensure that he carries out his duties as administrator before it makes the grant of letters of administration with the will be annexed.What happens if you have two executors and one dies.This is not a problem with the application for a grant of probate is made by the surviving executor.

If the executor dies while he is administering the estate then provided there are one or more executors to whom probate has been granted then the surviving executor(s) continue on with the administration of the estate until it is completed.

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Henry Packham 2020-11-03

PENTHOUSE PETS AND CHILDRENKeeping pets in a strata unit in NSW is a controversial area.

To codify the law the Government brought in regulations to cover the situation which covers both the owner and someone renting from them.

A developer has to nominate the options A B or C that the strata plan shall operate under.OPTION A(1) an owner or occupier of a lot must not, without the prior written approval of the owner’s corporation, keep any animal (except fish kept in a secure aquarium on the lot) on the lot or the common property.

(2) The owner’s corporation must not unreasonably withhold its approval of the keeping of an animal on a lot or the common property.OPTION B(1) an owner or occupier of a lot must not, without the prior written approval of the owner’s corporation, keep any animal (except a cat, a small dog or a small caged bird, or fish kept in a secure aquarium on the lot) on the lot or the common property.

(2) The owner’s corporation must not unreasonably withhold its approval of the keeping of an animal on a lot or the common property.

(3) If an owner or occupier of a lot keeps a cat, small dog, or small caged bird on the lot then the owner or occupier must:(a) notify the owner’s corporation that the animal is being kept on the lot, and(b) keep the animal within the lot, and(c) carry the animal when it is on the common property, and(d) take such action as may be necessary to clean all areas of the lot or the common property that are soiled by the animal.OPTION Can owner or occupier of a residential lot must not keep any animal on the lot or the common property.Section 49 of the Act provides that a by-law cannot restrict children.

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Henry Packham 2020-10-13

Just because you are famous doesn’t mean you don’t need a will.Peter Brock the “King of Mount Panorama” probably bought more fast motor cars for lawyers than was his intention when he died in 2006.He had two children by his long-time de facto marriage to Beverly Brock.

She also had a child James who was from her previous marriage and who was part of the family.

At the time of his death, he was living with Julie Bamford.

His efforts at making wills were only fair.He had made a will in 1984 in which he made provisions for Beverley his de facto wife including the right to live in his house together with residuary gifts to his children.By 2003 he was involved with Julie Bamford and he started a do it yourself will kit at the insistence of his former de facto wife Beverley.

Brock completed the will so far as he was appointed an executor and covered his funeral wishes.

He told Beverley to fill in the rest of the will but she did not do this so the will was largely ineffective.In 2006 Mr. Brock brought a new do it yourself will kit to the office and asked his personal assistant to complete it as he dictated it.

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Henry Packham 2020-11-19

Or do you already find a house that can be your home?

Are you also looking for solicitors who will help you settle your plans and contracts in purchasing your dream house?

Worry no more because Packham Solicitors is here to help you!Packham Solicitors is Sydney’s most trusted real estate conveyancing solicitors founded by Principal Solicitor Henry Packham.

He focuses on providing clients superb legal advice when it comes to keeping a family’s goal of securing a family’s future needs.Lawyers from Packham Solicitors develop an enduring relationship with their clients by building their trust and understanding of how solicitors in Sydney do their job.

Plus, they really value every client by using their professionalism, knowledge, innovation, and quality legal expertise in dealing with conveyancing situations.Are you interested to know more about Packham Solicitors on how they can help you with your concerns?

Here are other interesting facts that you would want to know about Packham Solicitors:Packham Solicitors ServicesPackham Solicitors deliver legal services across several practice areas, including commercial law (business contracts and leasing), debt collection, estate planning, conveyancing (residential and commercial), wills, and estates.Packham Solicitors also handled experiences like: advising on sale and purchase agreement for sales of business; sale of commercial property; advising on mortgage and lease investments; legal advice for ASX listed mining companies; probate/estate work and Family Provisions actions; general residential conveyancing; easement and covenant creation and advising in relation to the same; preparing share and land options; commercial leasing; advising mining consultancy on a commercial agreement and related matters for their business; contract management; non-disclosure and confidentiality deeds; advising financial planning groups on wills and testamentary trusts; debt collection including section 459 notices and applications to wind up; family provisions; estate litigation; and commercial debt collection.Do you also have the same situation or circumstances?

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Henry Packham 2020-11-10

Many people take the view that “I made the money and I should be able to give it to whoever I want in my will”.

Some people even regard this as a natural right.

However, since the 1800’s governments have sought to make provisions for needy people who have been left out of wills or breaking the will.The range of possible applicants is wide.

It is not just spouses and infant children but also the following:a person who was living in a de-facto relationship with the deceased person;children, regardless of age;a former husband or wife;a person who was:wholly or partly dependent on the deceased person; anda member of the deceased person’s household at any time; anda person who was living in a “close personal relationship” with the deceased person.The Succession Act in New South Wales is the law that allows these classes of applicants to make claims should they be able to establish that they have a need.

The Government considers that they are striking a balance in Wills and estates between making proper provision for the maintenance and support of people who should have such provision made for them on the one hand, and reasonable freedom of disposition on the other.Any claim must be made within 12 months of the death of the deceased.It is always important for a solicitor to take into account the possibility of claims when making a will.

If one child has fallen on hard times, even if it was their own fault, it is important to consider that he or she may make a claim and that will involve the estate in expense and legal fees which will reduce the value of the estate for all beneficiaries.

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Henry Packham 2020-10-27

On 29th April 2015, the amendments to the  Swimming Pools Act 1992 come into effect.

These establish the following:There is an online register of pools;Periodic inspections of pools by council inspectors;Requirements for Contract for sale and leases.Critically for owners wanting to sell their property with a swimming pool will need to have a certificate for their pool before they sell it.

This has to be attached to the Contract for sale like a number of other statutory certificates required as part of the conveyancing process.So if you are intending to sell your property and it has a pool you should make arrangements to get a certificate.

Expect your pool to fail at the first inspection as 95% of pools fail initially.

There is an undersupply of inspectors to identify the problems and contractors to fix the problems to make the pools comply.

So if you are thinking of selling soon and you have a pool it is time to move on the issue.If you are a landlord of a property that has a pool the same considerations apply and the new standard form of lease requires you to have a certificate from an inspector stating the pool to be compliant.

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Henry Packham 2020-10-12

Packham Solicitors are here to assist you by providing legal services intended specifically in managing and protecting your assets.Our ServicesOur legal services vary across numerous practice areas.

We provide services related to commercial law, debt collection, estate planning, and conveyancing.Wills and ProbateWill is a legal document that sets forth the intended distribution of your property to your heirs after death.

There are legalities that you need to consider.

By availing conveyancing services, you have an assurance that every matter is handled with legal care.

They are the ones to explain to you the legalities, risks, and conditions of the transaction.

Our solicitors are experienced enough for over 35 years to handle your conveyancing transactions.

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Henry Packham 2020-11-17

Loving parents will do everything to provide for the needs of their children.

Parents also make sure that their precious children will have a bright future.

The money for their support will also be a problem.

Decisions like these will be made by a state’s courts, together with government social services.A will is also needed even if a spouse survives to take care of their kids.

Without a valid will, state courts will use a fixed formula to identify how the assets must be divided.

Help from a solicitor will minimize the risk of things like this from happening.Serves as protection if anything goes wrongSolicitors are heavily regulated.

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Henry Packham 2020-11-03

Estates and legal interaction with superannuation funds.James McIntosh had no will when he was killed aged 41.

He had no wife or children.

He lived with his mother at the time of his death and had for some time.

He had money in superannuation funds and had made a non-binding nomination leaving it all to his mother.Upon his death, his mother applied to be made administrator of his estate and was appointed by a court.

She stated in an affidavit that she understood that, if she were so appointed, she was required to collect her son’s assets and distribute his estate by dividing them equally between herself and the father.

She said ‘I propose faithfully to do this.’ This required her to apply the rules of intestacy to the estate and it would be divided equally between her and her former husband.Most of the estate assets were the superannuation benefits.

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Henry Packham 2020-10-13

Building defects in new Strata BuildingIt seems we all know someone who has had a problem with a strata unit.

A recent High Court decision has not made it any better.

Brookfield Multiplex –v- Owners Corporation Strata Plan 61288 was the case and the critical points arising from that case are:The rights of strata lot owners to sue the builder of their building through their Owners Corporation for negligence in the building process have had their rights cut back.From 1st December 2014, it is anticipated that most new strata lot owners who suffer either strata lot building defects or common property building defects will in effect have two years to sue the builders and or developers due to the Home Building Act amendments which came into effect on that day.This means that owners of strata lots will need to be vigilant and ensure that if any building defects are becoming apparent in either their unit or the common property that they bring it to the attention of their strata manager or the strata committee as soon as possible.

The time for it being only two years from the completion of the units.This amounts to a reduction in time for bringing actions against negligent builders.

If they are not done within two years then the only action available to the unit owners is for special levies to be struck to repair the damage.It would appear to be a reduction in the rights of purchasers of units.

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Henry Packham 2020-10-09

They find a lot of benefits in this type of investment.

Real estate often increases its values over time that allows the investor to make money out of it.

Owning a property may give people a sense of security because it is something that can’t be taken away from them in an instant.Real estate offers unique cash flow and profitability.

It makes the demand for rental properties go big.

There are a lot of things to be considered to buy the right investment.Things you need to consider in buying real estateCostDo not be a compulsive buyer.

See to it that the location of your dream property is desirable and free from hazards.

collect
0
Henry Packham 2020-11-13

Most estate litigation involves family members in one way or another.

Leaving a clear and unambiguous will significantly reduce the opportunity for potential beneficiaries of an estate to contest your instructions as to the disposal of your assets upon your death.The only outcome for a will that is unclear, incomplete, or badly constructed is the potential for disputation which in turn leads to ill-feeling and unhappiness among the people that are important to you.Seeking professional legal advice from Packham Solicitors can assist you to clarify your intentions to allocate your money or assets you have accumulated over your lifetime and ensure that your estate is left to the people you choose…..……not a court.

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0
Henry Packham 2020-11-03

Leases disclaimed by liquidatorsYou might well think that if you had a lease from a lessor that your position as a tenant was secure and attached to the land rather than it be determined on the financial state of your landlord.

A lease is a contract but it also creates an interest inland.

A liquidator of a company can disclaim contracts, which is a state that the contract has no legal obligation on the liquidator even though it had was a valid obligation of the company before it went into liquidation.In this case, various persons had taken leases of land for forestry purposes and to minimise their taxes.

Eventually, it became impossible for these leases and the forestry on them to be conducted economically.

A liquidator was appointed of the landlord company and the liquidator sort to disclaim i.e.

get rid of the leases so that he could sell the land and recover money to pay the debts of the company.

collect
0
Henry Packham 2020-10-13

Torrens Title – Guaranteed TitleCassegrain’s 2015 case in High Court shows that just because you are shown as the owner on the title doesn’t mean that you can rely on Torrens Title to guarantee that title.Cassegrain and Co Pty Limited owned land.

It transferred that land to Gerard Cassegrain and Felicity Cassegrain as joint tenants.

This was a fraudulent transaction because there was only bogus consideration/price for the transfer.

Felicity was not involved in the fraudulent transfer and became co-owner without knowing of the actions of her co-tenant.

The court found this did not defeat her title.However, some years later there was a subsequent transfer where Gerrard transferred his interest to Felicity for a small and nominal price.

Again she had not paid anything for his share but the court treated this transferee differently and said that the transfer of the husband’s share was not valid and she did not become the owner of the whole property.She did not gain the benefit that a person who shown as a Registered Proprietor of Torrens Title land because of the fraud of Gerrard.

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Henry Packham 2020-10-09

A will can’t just legally protect your partner, children, and real estate or other assets, but can also make sure your possessions are handled after you have passed on.

So, if you are deciding to make a will, you should consult a solicitor or a local office who can provide you lists of solicitors.Why Is It Important to Have a Will?To decide who will take care of your children in the future.

A will lets you make a well-versed decision about your children’s future.

Having a will permits you to choose the person you want to take care of your children or make sure it is not somebody you don’t want to do things for you.To choose who gets your belongings when you die.

The worth of what you give away to family members or charity will reduce your estate’s value when paying estate taxes.Why Should Use a Solicitor?It is usually logical to have a solicitor or to use a solicitor review a will you have created to make sure it will turn out the way you want.

It is because some mistakes can be made and, the errors inside the will can cause problems after your death.

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Henry Packham 2021-01-21

It might seem to be a simple task on paper, but it’s complicated and takes long legal processes.

With large money at stake, you will definitely not want to run into additional costs and major delays.

This is exactly where our conveyancing solicitors help you.As the best solicitors in Sydney, we are more than able to provide you the services you exactly need.

We will deal with every aspect of the sale or purchase.

We will strictly monitor the whole procedure whether it be your contract, property searches, or finalizations of registration.Reasons Why Hiring Conveyancing Solicitors is ImperativeDue to the complex nature of real estate property transfers, it is wise to hire professionals who are specifically trained for it.

Gaining valuable insights into different kinds of deals and arrangements would give the buyer or seller a huge advantage.• Give Legitimate Legal Advice and Handle Legal AspectsThis is probably one of the most technical reasons why you should hire Packham solicitors.

Henry Packham 2020-11-17

Loving parents will do everything to provide for the needs of their children.

Parents also make sure that their precious children will have a bright future.

The money for their support will also be a problem.

Decisions like these will be made by a state’s courts, together with government social services.A will is also needed even if a spouse survives to take care of their kids.

Without a valid will, state courts will use a fixed formula to identify how the assets must be divided.

Help from a solicitor will minimize the risk of things like this from happening.Serves as protection if anything goes wrongSolicitors are heavily regulated.

Henry Packham 2020-11-11

An administrator has to be appointed by the court.

The role of the administrator is the same as executor and the only difference is that the administrator is obviously not the choice of the testator/will-maker.

The decision of who can be the administrator depends on a number of matters but what usually happens is that the person who receives the largest legacy will make an application for letters of administration with the will annexed.If the other beneficiaries agree to that course and formally consent to it in writing then the court will almost certainly grant letters of administration with the will annexed.

This means that the court appoints the administrator to carry out the terms of the will as if the administrator was the executor with the same rights and responsibilities as the executor.

If the other beneficiaries do not consent or if they are not able to consent due to them being under the age of 18 then the court may require the administrator to obtain a bond to ensure that he carries out his duties as administrator before it makes the grant of letters of administration with the will be annexed.What happens if you have two executors and one dies.This is not a problem with the application for a grant of probate is made by the surviving executor.

If the executor dies while he is administering the estate then provided there are one or more executors to whom probate has been granted then the surviving executor(s) continue on with the administration of the estate until it is completed.

Henry Packham 2020-11-03

Estates and legal interaction with superannuation funds.James McIntosh had no will when he was killed aged 41.

He had no wife or children.

He lived with his mother at the time of his death and had for some time.

He had money in superannuation funds and had made a non-binding nomination leaving it all to his mother.Upon his death, his mother applied to be made administrator of his estate and was appointed by a court.

She stated in an affidavit that she understood that, if she were so appointed, she was required to collect her son’s assets and distribute his estate by dividing them equally between herself and the father.

She said ‘I propose faithfully to do this.’ This required her to apply the rules of intestacy to the estate and it would be divided equally between her and her former husband.Most of the estate assets were the superannuation benefits.

Henry Packham 2020-11-03

PENTHOUSE PETS AND CHILDRENKeeping pets in a strata unit in NSW is a controversial area.

To codify the law the Government brought in regulations to cover the situation which covers both the owner and someone renting from them.

A developer has to nominate the options A B or C that the strata plan shall operate under.OPTION A(1) an owner or occupier of a lot must not, without the prior written approval of the owner’s corporation, keep any animal (except fish kept in a secure aquarium on the lot) on the lot or the common property.

(2) The owner’s corporation must not unreasonably withhold its approval of the keeping of an animal on a lot or the common property.OPTION B(1) an owner or occupier of a lot must not, without the prior written approval of the owner’s corporation, keep any animal (except a cat, a small dog or a small caged bird, or fish kept in a secure aquarium on the lot) on the lot or the common property.

(2) The owner’s corporation must not unreasonably withhold its approval of the keeping of an animal on a lot or the common property.

(3) If an owner or occupier of a lot keeps a cat, small dog, or small caged bird on the lot then the owner or occupier must:(a) notify the owner’s corporation that the animal is being kept on the lot, and(b) keep the animal within the lot, and(c) carry the animal when it is on the common property, and(d) take such action as may be necessary to clean all areas of the lot or the common property that are soiled by the animal.OPTION Can owner or occupier of a residential lot must not keep any animal on the lot or the common property.Section 49 of the Act provides that a by-law cannot restrict children.

Henry Packham 2020-10-13

Building defects in new Strata BuildingIt seems we all know someone who has had a problem with a strata unit.

A recent High Court decision has not made it any better.

Brookfield Multiplex –v- Owners Corporation Strata Plan 61288 was the case and the critical points arising from that case are:The rights of strata lot owners to sue the builder of their building through their Owners Corporation for negligence in the building process have had their rights cut back.From 1st December 2014, it is anticipated that most new strata lot owners who suffer either strata lot building defects or common property building defects will in effect have two years to sue the builders and or developers due to the Home Building Act amendments which came into effect on that day.This means that owners of strata lots will need to be vigilant and ensure that if any building defects are becoming apparent in either their unit or the common property that they bring it to the attention of their strata manager or the strata committee as soon as possible.

The time for it being only two years from the completion of the units.This amounts to a reduction in time for bringing actions against negligent builders.

If they are not done within two years then the only action available to the unit owners is for special levies to be struck to repair the damage.It would appear to be a reduction in the rights of purchasers of units.

Henry Packham 2020-10-13

Just because you are famous doesn’t mean you don’t need a will.Peter Brock the “King of Mount Panorama” probably bought more fast motor cars for lawyers than was his intention when he died in 2006.He had two children by his long-time de facto marriage to Beverly Brock.

She also had a child James who was from her previous marriage and who was part of the family.

At the time of his death, he was living with Julie Bamford.

His efforts at making wills were only fair.He had made a will in 1984 in which he made provisions for Beverley his de facto wife including the right to live in his house together with residuary gifts to his children.By 2003 he was involved with Julie Bamford and he started a do it yourself will kit at the insistence of his former de facto wife Beverley.

Brock completed the will so far as he was appointed an executor and covered his funeral wishes.

He told Beverley to fill in the rest of the will but she did not do this so the will was largely ineffective.In 2006 Mr. Brock brought a new do it yourself will kit to the office and asked his personal assistant to complete it as he dictated it.

Henry Packham 2020-10-09

They find a lot of benefits in this type of investment.

Real estate often increases its values over time that allows the investor to make money out of it.

Owning a property may give people a sense of security because it is something that can’t be taken away from them in an instant.Real estate offers unique cash flow and profitability.

It makes the demand for rental properties go big.

There are a lot of things to be considered to buy the right investment.Things you need to consider in buying real estateCostDo not be a compulsive buyer.

See to it that the location of your dream property is desirable and free from hazards.

Henry Packham 2020-11-19

Or do you already find a house that can be your home?

Are you also looking for solicitors who will help you settle your plans and contracts in purchasing your dream house?

Worry no more because Packham Solicitors is here to help you!Packham Solicitors is Sydney’s most trusted real estate conveyancing solicitors founded by Principal Solicitor Henry Packham.

He focuses on providing clients superb legal advice when it comes to keeping a family’s goal of securing a family’s future needs.Lawyers from Packham Solicitors develop an enduring relationship with their clients by building their trust and understanding of how solicitors in Sydney do their job.

Plus, they really value every client by using their professionalism, knowledge, innovation, and quality legal expertise in dealing with conveyancing situations.Are you interested to know more about Packham Solicitors on how they can help you with your concerns?

Here are other interesting facts that you would want to know about Packham Solicitors:Packham Solicitors ServicesPackham Solicitors deliver legal services across several practice areas, including commercial law (business contracts and leasing), debt collection, estate planning, conveyancing (residential and commercial), wills, and estates.Packham Solicitors also handled experiences like: advising on sale and purchase agreement for sales of business; sale of commercial property; advising on mortgage and lease investments; legal advice for ASX listed mining companies; probate/estate work and Family Provisions actions; general residential conveyancing; easement and covenant creation and advising in relation to the same; preparing share and land options; commercial leasing; advising mining consultancy on a commercial agreement and related matters for their business; contract management; non-disclosure and confidentiality deeds; advising financial planning groups on wills and testamentary trusts; debt collection including section 459 notices and applications to wind up; family provisions; estate litigation; and commercial debt collection.Do you also have the same situation or circumstances?

Henry Packham 2020-11-13

Most estate litigation involves family members in one way or another.

Leaving a clear and unambiguous will significantly reduce the opportunity for potential beneficiaries of an estate to contest your instructions as to the disposal of your assets upon your death.The only outcome for a will that is unclear, incomplete, or badly constructed is the potential for disputation which in turn leads to ill-feeling and unhappiness among the people that are important to you.Seeking professional legal advice from Packham Solicitors can assist you to clarify your intentions to allocate your money or assets you have accumulated over your lifetime and ensure that your estate is left to the people you choose…..……not a court.

Henry Packham 2020-11-10

Many people take the view that “I made the money and I should be able to give it to whoever I want in my will”.

Some people even regard this as a natural right.

However, since the 1800’s governments have sought to make provisions for needy people who have been left out of wills or breaking the will.The range of possible applicants is wide.

It is not just spouses and infant children but also the following:a person who was living in a de-facto relationship with the deceased person;children, regardless of age;a former husband or wife;a person who was:wholly or partly dependent on the deceased person; anda member of the deceased person’s household at any time; anda person who was living in a “close personal relationship” with the deceased person.The Succession Act in New South Wales is the law that allows these classes of applicants to make claims should they be able to establish that they have a need.

The Government considers that they are striking a balance in Wills and estates between making proper provision for the maintenance and support of people who should have such provision made for them on the one hand, and reasonable freedom of disposition on the other.Any claim must be made within 12 months of the death of the deceased.It is always important for a solicitor to take into account the possibility of claims when making a will.

If one child has fallen on hard times, even if it was their own fault, it is important to consider that he or she may make a claim and that will involve the estate in expense and legal fees which will reduce the value of the estate for all beneficiaries.

Henry Packham 2020-11-03

Leases disclaimed by liquidatorsYou might well think that if you had a lease from a lessor that your position as a tenant was secure and attached to the land rather than it be determined on the financial state of your landlord.

A lease is a contract but it also creates an interest inland.

A liquidator of a company can disclaim contracts, which is a state that the contract has no legal obligation on the liquidator even though it had was a valid obligation of the company before it went into liquidation.In this case, various persons had taken leases of land for forestry purposes and to minimise their taxes.

Eventually, it became impossible for these leases and the forestry on them to be conducted economically.

A liquidator was appointed of the landlord company and the liquidator sort to disclaim i.e.

get rid of the leases so that he could sell the land and recover money to pay the debts of the company.

Henry Packham 2020-10-27

On 29th April 2015, the amendments to the  Swimming Pools Act 1992 come into effect.

These establish the following:There is an online register of pools;Periodic inspections of pools by council inspectors;Requirements for Contract for sale and leases.Critically for owners wanting to sell their property with a swimming pool will need to have a certificate for their pool before they sell it.

This has to be attached to the Contract for sale like a number of other statutory certificates required as part of the conveyancing process.So if you are intending to sell your property and it has a pool you should make arrangements to get a certificate.

Expect your pool to fail at the first inspection as 95% of pools fail initially.

There is an undersupply of inspectors to identify the problems and contractors to fix the problems to make the pools comply.

So if you are thinking of selling soon and you have a pool it is time to move on the issue.If you are a landlord of a property that has a pool the same considerations apply and the new standard form of lease requires you to have a certificate from an inspector stating the pool to be compliant.

Henry Packham 2020-10-13

Torrens Title – Guaranteed TitleCassegrain’s 2015 case in High Court shows that just because you are shown as the owner on the title doesn’t mean that you can rely on Torrens Title to guarantee that title.Cassegrain and Co Pty Limited owned land.

It transferred that land to Gerard Cassegrain and Felicity Cassegrain as joint tenants.

This was a fraudulent transaction because there was only bogus consideration/price for the transfer.

Felicity was not involved in the fraudulent transfer and became co-owner without knowing of the actions of her co-tenant.

The court found this did not defeat her title.However, some years later there was a subsequent transfer where Gerrard transferred his interest to Felicity for a small and nominal price.

Again she had not paid anything for his share but the court treated this transferee differently and said that the transfer of the husband’s share was not valid and she did not become the owner of the whole property.She did not gain the benefit that a person who shown as a Registered Proprietor of Torrens Title land because of the fraud of Gerrard.

Henry Packham 2020-10-12

Packham Solicitors are here to assist you by providing legal services intended specifically in managing and protecting your assets.Our ServicesOur legal services vary across numerous practice areas.

We provide services related to commercial law, debt collection, estate planning, and conveyancing.Wills and ProbateWill is a legal document that sets forth the intended distribution of your property to your heirs after death.

There are legalities that you need to consider.

By availing conveyancing services, you have an assurance that every matter is handled with legal care.

They are the ones to explain to you the legalities, risks, and conditions of the transaction.

Our solicitors are experienced enough for over 35 years to handle your conveyancing transactions.

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A will can’t just legally protect your partner, children, and real estate or other assets, but can also make sure your possessions are handled after you have passed on.

So, if you are deciding to make a will, you should consult a solicitor or a local office who can provide you lists of solicitors.Why Is It Important to Have a Will?To decide who will take care of your children in the future.

A will lets you make a well-versed decision about your children’s future.

Having a will permits you to choose the person you want to take care of your children or make sure it is not somebody you don’t want to do things for you.To choose who gets your belongings when you die.

The worth of what you give away to family members or charity will reduce your estate’s value when paying estate taxes.Why Should Use a Solicitor?It is usually logical to have a solicitor or to use a solicitor review a will you have created to make sure it will turn out the way you want.

It is because some mistakes can be made and, the errors inside the will can cause problems after your death.