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Presumption of Death At Law

February 27, 2023February 4, 2023 leah@lslegal.com.au

This is a case about a man missing for 50 years and whether he is presumed dead at law. Decision looks at the difference between presumed death and inferred death. Unable to determine time of death, a challenge in determining whether survived someone to inherit from them. Continue reading Presumption of Death At Law

family provision, life estate, Spouse

Balancing the wants of the widow against children’s entitlement

February 13, 2023February 18, 2023 leah@lslegal.com.au

In the matter of Clarke v Clarke, a widow succeeded in her claim for family provision against the two children of the deceased. Background The widow was the second spouse of the deceased. The deceased had two children from a … Continue reading Balancing the wants of the widow against children’s entitlement

contested estate, family provision, informal willLeave a comment

Recommended by Doyle’s Guide 2020

August 25, 2020August 25, 2020 leah@lslegal.com.au

I am proud as punch to announce I’ve been recognised as a “Leading Wills & Estate Litigation Lawyer” for NSW in 2020. I am listed in the ‘Recommended’ category. I’m also pleased to announce my firm has also been recognised … Continue reading Recommended by Doyle’s Guide 2020

Claim by adult child, contested estate, family provision, inheritanceLeave a comment

Son’s changing needs after father’s death results in successful claim

May 12, 2020May 14, 2020 leah@lslegal.com.au

Adult son successful in claim against Estate after suffering significant change in his health after the deceased’s death. Continue reading Son’s changing needs after father’s death results in successful claim

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