Thomas Adams Solicitors & Conveyancers

08/08/2022

As the old saying goes, the only certainty in life is death and taxes.

Isn't it time you did your Will? Why not take advantage of this great offer. Call today on 9833 7205 to schedule your appointment.

04/08/2022

Did you know that Superannuation death benefits do not automatically form part of the estate of the a deceased member?

Contact Thomas Adams Solicitors on 9833 7205 should you require assistance to appropriately direct your Superannuation on your passing.

The information provided below relates only to superannuation death benefits and not to any other aspect of superannuation. Further, the information does not extend to matters that would typically be the domain of a financial adviser. The information provided is of a general nature only and must be....

03/08/2022

Family Provision Claims

Have you been left out of a Will?

The law recognises that on occasions persons who would ordinarily be a beneficiary under a Will or recipient and recipients of the property of the deceased testator may either not be provided for or may be inadequately provided for.

Who can make a Family Provision Application?

The Succession Act NSW at Section 57 defines the eligible persons who may make an application to the Court for a Family Provision order are:

• A person who was the wife or husband of the deceased person at the time of the deceased person’s death.
• A person with whom the deceased person was living in a de facto relationship at the time of the deceased person’s death
• A child of the deceased person
• A former wife or husband of the deceased person
• A person who was, at any particular time, wholly or partly dependent on the deceased person
• Who is a grandchild of the deceased person or was, at that particular time or at any other time, a member of the household of which the deceased person was a member
• A person with whom the deceased person was living in a close personal relationship at the time of the deceased person’s death

Contact the team at Thomas Adams Solicitors on 9833 7205 for more information.

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03/06/2020

Thinking of building or substantially renovating? You may be able to get a little assistance from the Government!

The federal government is offering $25,000 grants to Aussies wanting to build or renovate. Are you eligible?

21/04/2020

Mortgage Choice (Australia) Property Ownership survey found millennial women were more likely to enter the property market than men.

https://www.therealestateconversation.com.au/news/2020/03/10/women-leading-the-charge-the-property-ladder/1583800689

We’d love to help you achieve your property owner ship goals. Give our office a call on 9833 7205 if we can assist.

Mortgage Choice's Property Ownership survey found millennial women were more likely to enter the property market than men.

18/06/2019

While you are entitled to leave your assets to anyone you wish, in some circumstances, friends or relatives who believe they have not been sufficiently provided for are entitled to contest your Will.

People who can contest your Will under Succession Act 2006 are not restricted to your spouse and children. Claimants can include a defacto partner, any other dependants or a former spouse. The person needs to convince the Court that you failed to make adequate provisions for their maintenance, education or advancement in life.

An increasing number of people now have complicated family structures such as blended families and second marriages. This may increase the likelihood of your Will being contested.

if you requrie any further information please contact 02 9833 7205 to make an appointment

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18/04/2019

Our office will be closed Friday 19th April and will reopen Tuesday 23rd April.

Enjoy your Easter break!

17/04/2019

Don't Get Caught This Holiday Period!

Police across NSW will be targeting all speeding, mobile phone, seatbelt and motorcycle/helmet offences, which will attract double demerit points.

Operation Tortoise, the state’s Easter long-weekend road safety operation, will start at 12.01am on Thursday, April 18 and will run until 11.59am on Monday, April 22

Double demerits will be in force across the upcoming holidays.

15/04/2019

Have you enrolled to vote?

Make sure you enrol by Thursday, 18 April 2019 so that you can have your say in the upcoming federal election!

Not on the electoral roll? Changed address? You've got a week to get it sorted.

05/04/2019

References about your good character are essential in many court matters.

References should be:

- Neatly written or typed
- Signed with the name of the person printed underneath with their address and occupation
- Dated
- Include a statement from the person writing the reference that s/he is aware of the charges before the court, how long the person has known you, how the person knows you, the person’s opinion of your character
- Also include anything which might help the court concerning your charges (eg. your general honesty if it is a stealing charge; your general driving ability if it is a drink driving charge.)

It is a good idea to obtain one or more references from people who “are of good reputation”. This means they do not have a criminal record or a bad reputation.

29/03/2019

An Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is an Order made by a court against a person who makes you fear for your safety, to protect you from further violence, intimidation or harassment.

If you have applied for an AVO on your own through the Local Court, it is a good idea to get a lawyer to represent you in court.

Call us today on 02 9833 7205 if you need assistance with an AVO matter.

An Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) is an Order made by a court against a person who makes you fear for your safety, to protect you from further violence, intimidation or harassment. All Apprehended Violence Orders made by the court prohibit the person who is causing these fears from assaulting, har...

22/03/2019

Most married or de facto couples acquire assets (like real estate and motor vehicles) and liabilities during their relationship. Resolving who gets what can cause conflict
and tension when couples separate.

Relationships Australia has creating a guide to help both parties make final arrangements when going through a separation.

Call us today on 02 9833 7205 if you need family law advice.

This property settlement guide is to help you make final arrangements when going through a separation.