Making sure a will truly represents someone’s wishes is important. But what if they can’t make a valid will themselves? In these situations, understanding legal ways is key. HazeLegal shares six helpful tips about creating wills for those who might lack the capacity, explaining statutory wills and recent legal cases. Understanding Testamentary Capacity Testamentary capacity means knowing what […]
Contesting a will can be daunting, especially when you’re unsure of where to begin. Here are the essential points you need to understand before taking any action: 1. Don’t Miss the Deadline: You have six months from the date of the probate grant or administrator appointment to contest a will. However, exceptions can be made if the estate hasn’t […]
Our epitaph is the world’s lasting view of us, a summary of our lives, and what we stood for. What will your tombstone say about you? Entrepreneur, hard worker, professional, scroller of social media, binger of Netflix? Or it says, most beloved parent, child or spouse? What do you want it to say? For that is how […]
Appointing a Power of Attorney (PoA) is a crucial step in ensuring your affairs are managed if you become unable to do so yourself. However, it’s essential to take measures to prevent any misuse of this power. HazeLegal will give you 12 tips to ensure your PoA acts in your best interests and does not take advantage of their position. […]
Understanding Your Entitlement in a Divorce Property Split Divorce can be a challenging time, especially when it comes to dividing assets. Knowing how the court decides on property settlements can help you prepare better. Here’s a guide on what you might expect and how to navigate this process. Who Decides the Division of Property? Most property disputes […]
Planning for the future is important, especially when it comes to ensuring your loved ones have everything they need after you pass away. Leaving behind clear and organised information can save them a lot of stress and confusion. Here’s a guide to the essential information you should prepare and leave behind. Essential Information to Leave Behind: Personal Identification […]
Choosing a career is one of the most significant decisions we make in life. For me, becoming an estate planning lawyer was a journey fueled by a deep desire to help people plan for the future and protect their loved ones. Here’s a look into why I chose this path and why it’s so meaningful to me. A Personal […]
In life, we often find ourselves contemplating the choices we’ve made and the paths we’ve taken. But what if we could learn from the reflections of those nearing the end of their journey? Bronnie Ware, an Australian palliative care nurse, shares insights gleaned from her patients in “The Top Five Regrets of Dying,” a book born from her blog cataloguing […]