The Family Matters Show

Estate Planning after Separation or Divorce


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Ben talks to Sydney-based barrister Louise Goodchild and solicitor and colleague Gemma Rope about the importance of estate planning during and after divorce or separation.  Wills, powers of attorney and superannuation nominations are just about the last thing anyone wants to consider when facing the trauma of family breakdown.  But as Louise and Gemma make clear, problems can arise if you put off considering these issues.

Topics addressed include:

  1. Estate planning documents that need to be reconsidered following separation or divorce?
  2. What happens to your estate if you die without changing your Will after separation or divorce?
  3. "Joint" assets - did you know that these are not part of your Will?
  4. Superannuation binding death nominations - how do these work?
  5. What needs to be considered if you re-partner after divorce?
  6. ...more
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    The Family Matters ShowBy Heather McKinnon & Benjamin Bryant


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