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Meet Mia, our up-and-coming Junior Lawyer
All lawyers start somewhere, and at Hume Taylor & Co, we are proud to have so many launch their careers in our humble offices across Adelaide, Whyalla and Millicent. Take Mia Valk, for example. After graduating from the University of South Australia with a...
Will my family law order override my intervention order?
When there is family violence or allegations of family violence, it is common for both family law orders and intervention orders to be in place at the same time. However, in the event of a conflict between the two, it's crucial to understand which order takes...
Why you shouldn’t put off preparing your Will
Preparing a will is an important step in ensuring that your loved ones are taken care of after you pass away. Unfortunately, many people put off preparing a will for a variety of reasons. In this blog, we will discuss why you shouldn't put off preparing a will and the...
What to do if an original Will cannot be found
Why is it necessary to keep my original Will safe? Keeping your original signed Will in a safe place is important as it enables the Court to grant probate in your estate after you die. This is the process whereby the Court validates a Will as the true and last...
When is Family Violence considered in a Matrimonial Property Settlement?
What is family violence and how could this affect our property settlement? Following separation, a property settlement occurs between parties to divide financial assets and liabilities. In most cases, marital conduct of either party is not considered to be relevant...
When should I review my Will?
Once your final Will has been signed and executed, it is easy to place it into storage and then forget about it altogether. As a general rule, Wills should be reviewed every few years. However, did you know there are a number of life events that warrant the immediate...
Does the South Australian Voluntary Assisted Dying Legislation impact Advanced Care Directives?
In June 2021, the South Australian government passed the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (‘The Act’). South Australia is the fourth Australian state to legalise voluntary assisted dying, which is also called euthanasia. The Act is expected to come into effect on 29...
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