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Separated? Update your Will before life moves on without you

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Separated? Update your Will before life moves on without you

Separated or going through a divorce? Your Will may not automatically change when your relationship ends. If your estate planning documents reflect your old life, your former partner may still have important roles or entitlements you no longer intend.

This article explains why updating your Will, powers of attorney, superannuation nominations and related documents after separation is an important protective step — helping you create clarity, reduce risk, and make sure your wishes reflect the life you are actually living now.

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Are Discretionary Testamentary Trusts Still Worth It After the 2026 Budget?

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Are Discretionary Testamentary Trusts Still Worth It After the 2026 Budget?

The proposed 2026 Budget changes have caused plenty of concern about discretionary testamentary trusts — but the headlines do not tell the whole story.

Tax is only one reason families use testamentary trusts. Flexibility, asset protection and long-term family wealth planning still matter. Before changing your will, it is worth understanding what is actually proposed, what remains uncertain, and why testamentary trusts may still have an important role in your estate plan.

Why every parent needs a Will

Why every parent needs a Will

A Will is something every parent should have, regardless of your age, wealth or financial assets.  But the thought of making a Will makes most parents squirm and change the subject. No one wants to talk about death, especially the possibility of dying before our children are adults.  Who do we trust to raise them without us? And who should look after their inheritance until they are adults?

Should I get a lawyer to look at a contract before signing? Yes!

Should I get a lawyer to look at a contract before signing? Yes!

It is always preferable to prevent problems, rather than try to fix them after the event.  That is why Nest Legal offers two free contract reviews for potential purchasers.  We much prefer preventing problems than delivering bad news once it is all too late!

Here are some examples of problems we can help avoid...