Restrictive Practices in Aged Care
As of 1 July 2025, Aged Care Restrictive Practices Substitute Decision-maker Act 2024 (Victoria) (Act) has come into effect, which formally recognises who can act as a Restrictive Practices Substitute Decision-Maker (RPSDM).
Planning for the Future: Why You Should Include Digital Assets in Your Will
At iWills Legal, we believe that your digital life deserves just as much attention as your physical one, in your estate planning considerations.
Your Estate Planning and Vacant Residential Land Tax
Recent Victorian Vacant Residential Land Tax (VRLT) changes will take effect in January 2025.
Preserve your legacy: Essential questions to ask for estate planning
‘Estate planning’ describes the process of putting the right structures in place for the transition of your personally owned and controlled assets after death.
Informal and Formal Wills
What is an Informal Will? An informal Will is a document that an individual has left behind, which does not meet the legal requirements for a valid Will as set out under the Wills Act 1997 (Victoria) (“the Act”). Examples of an Informal Will can be quite broad, however, they can include: A document with no or […]
Superannuation Death Benefits – Check Your Nominations!
Superannuation is a tax effective way to build your wealth for your retirement.
Breaking News: Victoria has Become the First State in Australia to Legalise Voluntary Assisted Dying
In Dec 2016 the Victorian Government first announced its intention to commence the proposed legislation for voluntary assisted dying framework in Victoria.
Queensland Court Finds a Phone Video can be a Man’s Legal Will
A Queensland Court has found that a smartphone video filmed several years before a man killed himself, can ultimately function as a legal Will.
Attorney-General Argues a Sperm Donor is a Parent – what does this mean on death??
The term ‘parent’ is currently expressed under the Family Law Act (Cth) to mean a child’s biological parent.
Law Institute of Victoria Supports National Power of Attorney Registry Scheme
By making an Enduring Power of Attorney, it allows you to appoint a person or persons who you trust to make certain decisions on your behalf.