Briese Lawyers in Toowoomba, Queensland | Estate planning solicitor

Briese Lawyers

Locality: Toowoomba, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 4638 4833

Address: 303 Margaret Street 4350 Toowoomba, QLD, Australia

Website: http://www.brieselawyers.com.au

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25.01.2022 Your Life Journey - Day 5 Did your family have a favourite holiday destination and what made it special? What sports or hobbies have you participated in? Do you have any musical, dancing or literacy skills/talents?

25.01.2022 Briese Lawyers will be closed for the Christmas Break from 5:00pm today (Friday 20 December 2019) and will reopen from 8:30am on Monday 6 January 2020. HOWEVER, during the Christmas Break you can contact our Conveyancing Manager, Johnathon Althaus on 0439 909 372 or by email to [email protected] for Conveyancing & Commercial matters.

24.01.2022 Day 8 - Your Life Journal Do you have a favourite book, poem, movie or quote? What do you like about each of these? How did you meet your spouse or significant other? Tell me about your most loved pets.

24.01.2022 At Briese Lawyers we understand that every family is unique. When it comes to leaving a legacy - from your personal story to your physical wealth - we will craft a solution to meet your needs and address whats important to you. When you want peace of mind about your estate plans, come and see the team at Briese Lawyers.

24.01.2022 At Briese Lawyers, we can help you with all areas of Estate Planning, including: * Effective transfer of assets to children, grandchildren and other beneficiaries. * Protecting inheritances from creditors and family breakdown * Minimising tax payable on inheritances... * Managing financial and personal affairs upon loss of mental capacity using Enduring Powers of Attorney and Advanced Health Directives * Establishing Testamentary Trusts We also act on behalf of the Executors of deceased Estates in the administration of Estates, in a timely and cost effective manner. This involves the following Estate administration services: * Probate applications or letters of administration * The transfer and realisation of assets * The payment of debts * Discharging the trustees obligations To find our more information about the services we provide we invite you to visit our website www.brieselawyers.com.au

23.01.2022 This is a busy time of year for lawyers, so now is a great time to schedule your appointment for the New Year so you can get your affairs in order for 2020! Now you can see that Christmas and Estate Planning go together like Lions Christmas Cake and brandy-flavoured custard, let our team at Briese Lawyers assist you with preparing or reviewing your Will, Testamentary Trust Will, Enduring Powers of Attorney or Advance Health Directive. After all, Estate Planning doesnt have t...o be morbid Bah Humbug! From our family to yours, we wish you a safe and happy holiday season! For more information about Estate Planning follow the link below to download our FREE Ebook - 6 THINGS TO ADD TO YOUR "TO DO" LIST THIS CHRISTMAS - ESTATE PLANNING EDITION (we promise we wont ask for your email address) https://bit.ly/356ziLW Or visit our website https://www.brieselawyers.com.au/

23.01.2022 Elder Abuse What is it? Elder abuse can be defined as an act that causes harm, distress or exploits an individual that is 60 years or older. It can be subdivided into 6 categories: 1. Physical 2. Verbal... 3. Emotional 4. Sexual 5. Financial exploitation 6. Neglect What Can Put Elders at Risk? - The intensity of an elderly persons illness or dementia - Social isolation (caregiver is with them all the time) - Elders role (at an earlier time) as an abusive parent or spouse - History of domestic violence at home - A child or carer with alcohol or dependency issues - Trusting nature / vulnerability for financial manipulation Preventing Abuse and Neglect 1. Listening to seniors and their caregivers 2. Intervening when you suspect elder abuse 3. Educating others about how to recognize and report elder abuse What You can do as a Concerned Family Member or Friend 1. Watch for warning signs. If you suspect abuse, report it. 2. Look at the elders medications. See if the amount left available matches with the date of the prescription and dosage amount. 3. Watch for possible financial abuse. Ask elder to check their bank accounts and credit card statements for unauthorized transactions. 4. Call and visit often. 5. Offer to look after the elder on a regular basis to give the caregiver a break - Let the elder know that help is available - Invite them to talk to you alone, in a safe environment - Show them that it is not their fault - Avoid being critical to the abusive person What Can I Do as a Victim? - Make sure your legal and financial affairs are in order. If not, enlist professional help to order them - Keep in regular touch with family and friends avoid becoming isolated - Speak up. If you are unhappy with the care you are receiving, tell someone you trust. Ask that person to report the substandard care you are receiving. Call the Queensland Elder Abuse Helpline on 1300 651 192.

22.01.2022 Call our friendly and professional team to get your estate plans arranged.

21.01.2022 Heres another lovely idea to honour your loved ones.... diamonds; clay pots; urns; memory bears; internment; spread in nature... so many options

20.01.2022 We had another wonderful opportunity to hold a dignified conversation with the lovely Tamara Stiller from Dignified Home Care ~ this time about Enduring Power of Attorney. Feel free to listen in on our conversation

19.01.2022 Totally love the hugs from home initiative

19.01.2022 Day 2 of your life journal. During your childhood, what did you want to be when you grew up and why? Tell me about your fondest memories of your family, including siblings and grandparents. Is there a significant event that drew your family together? Did your cultural heritage have any influence in your upbringing and if so, how?

18.01.2022 In this time of uncertainty we would like you to get to know the people at Briese Lawyers that are here to help you with your legal matter if you need us. MADONNA WILSON, Office Manager & Estate Planning & Estate Administration Paralegal. Madonna has clocked up 20 years experience in the legal industry.... Her time in the industry has seen Madonna work in many roles and areas of practice. Madonna started as an office junior and moved quickly into an accounting support role, she later took the Accounts Manager role when the opportunity arose. Madonna then secured a position with a small Brisbane firm, which saw her utilise her accounting experience while also training as a family law paralegal. Over the years, Madonna has worked in various areas of practice, including family law, conveyancing, estate planning (and administration) and commercial. Madonnas role with Briese Lawyers spans across many facets. Her primary role is overseeing financial aspects of the firm and she oversees the Briese Lawyers family. Madonna provides paralegal support to Kym Briese in the practice areas of family law and estate planning (and administration). Madonna has been with the Briese Lawyers family since the very beginning, she is our all-rounder, a jill of all trades, and really is the glue that holds us all together. Madonna holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Financial Accounting, Management Accounting and Business Law) through the University of New England. Madonna is married with two children, two dogs, a cat, four fish and shes lost count of how many chickens she has owned in recent years, but currently has 4. https://www.brieselawyers.com.au/madonna-wilson-estate.html

17.01.2022 How lovely to get recommendations like this

17.01.2022 For more information about Estate Planning follow the link below to download our FREE Ebook - 6 THINGS TO ADD TO YOUR "TO DO" LIST THIS CHRISTMAS - ESTATE PLANNING EDITION (we promise we wont ask for your email address) https://bit.ly/356ziLW Or visit our website https://www.brieselawyers.com.au/

17.01.2022 Last week we had the privilege of sharing a dignified conversation with Tamara Stiller of Dignified Home Care about Wills and estate planning on a Facebook live. The recording is linked below for those interested in having a listen.

16.01.2022 Your Life Journey- Day 4 What are the most important lessons you have learnt from your parents? Describe your most cherished childhood memories. Tell your best loved family traditions, sayings, toast our prayers.

16.01.2022 Here’s another lovely idea to honour your loved ones.... diamonds; clay pots; urns; memory bears; internment; spread in nature... so many options

14.01.2022 Day 9 - Your Life Journal Thinking of all your accomplishments, what are you most proud of? Describe the most adventurous thing you have ever done. What are your three favourite foods/meals?

13.01.2022 CALLING ALL FIRE FIGHTERS (QFRS & volunteer Rural Fire Service), STATE EMERGENCY SERVICES, PARAMEDICS, & POLICE OFFICERS, (PROFESSIONALS & VOLUNTEERS)! This has been a tough season for our community, from drought, catastrophic fires and now floods for some areas. Our team wanted to show some appreciation to our frontline services for the vital work that they do for everyone in our community to keep us safe & healthy.... We acknowledge that this work is often done at the expense of planning their own futures and that personal affairs are often overlooked, or at least take a back seat, to the lifesaving work that occurs. We would like to take an opportunity to give back to our frontline services and help make sure that their estate plans are all in order. For the months of February & March 2020 we are offering a 25% discount on the usual price on our estate planning packages for our frontline service personnel and their partners. If you are one of these amazing community members and your estate planning needs some TLC give us a call on 07 4638 4833 to book an appointment, quoting #FRONTLINEAPPRECIATION and we will email you out our Life Planning Guide, package options and some fact sheets to get you on your way. FROM OUR TEAM TO YOURS THANK YOU. www.brieselawyers.com.au

13.01.2022 Personally Im getting cremated and being turned into diamonds, but heres another option to sparkle your way out of this lifetime and into the next :)

12.01.2022 Do you have a current Will? If you are looking at updating your Will & Enduring Power of Attorney we are here to help. You can contact our office by telephone 07 4638 4833 or visit our website at www.brieselawyers.com.au

10.01.2022 Your Life Journal... Day 1 Where were you born? What was the time, day and date? Are you named after anyone? Do you have a nickname and how did it come about? ... Describe the neighbourhood you grew up in. See more

09.01.2022 If anyone is interested in looking at and possibly completing an Advance Health Directive, it is a proforma document that is downloadable on the following link. You do need to attend upon a doctor to complete the form, as they need to certify that you understand the implications of the decisions you have made. There is also a fact sheet and more estate planning info on our webpage www.brieselawyers.com.au

09.01.2022 This week The High Country Herald has an article on page 9, written by Kym Briese about the importance of having a Will.

08.01.2022 OUR FRONTLINE SERVICES PROMOTION IS ENDING SOON! CALLING ALL FIRE FIGHTERS (QFRS & volunteer Rural Fire Service), STATE EMERGENCY SERVICES, PARAMEDICS, & POLICE OFFICERS, (PROFESSIONALS & VOLUNTEERS)! This has been a tough season for our community, from drought, catastrophic fires and now floods for some areas.... Our team wanted to show some appreciation to our frontline services for the vital work that they do for everyone in our community to keep us safe & healthy. We acknowledge that this work is often done at the expense of planning their own futures and that personal affairs are often overlooked, or at least take a back seat, to the lifesaving work that occurs. We would like to take an opportunity to give back to our frontline services and help make sure that their estate plans are all in order. For the months of February & March 2020 we are offering a 25% discount on the usual price on our estate planning packages for our frontline service personnel and their partners. If you are one of these amazing community members and your estate planning needs some TLC give us a call on 07 4638 4833 to book an appointment, quoting #FRONTLINEAPPRECIATION and we will email you out our Life Planning Guide, package options and some fact sheets to get you on your way. FROM OUR TEAM TO YOURS THANK YOU. www.brieselawyers.com.au

07.01.2022 What will your legacy be?

06.01.2022 Day 10 Your Life Journal Have you ever laughed so hard you cried? Why? What is the best and worst advice you have ever received? Where have you travelled and what are your favourite destinations?

05.01.2022 Adding a new member to the family? Dont forget to update your Will to include the appointment of a Guardian and consider recording your hopes, dreams and desires for your little one in a Letter of Wishes that can serve as a blueprint for your guardians.

05.01.2022 Day 7 - Your Life Journal Tell me about the most frightening thing that has happened to you. What was your first job? What influenced your choice of career?

05.01.2022 If you have been thinking about updating your Will & Enduring Power of Attorney and would like to know more information before committing to an appointment, we invite you to contact our friendly Client Services Team who can email you our Life Planning Guide. Telephone 07 4638 4833 or [email protected]

04.01.2022 Heres a great little, thought provoking video by our good friends at Your Life Talks. If you would like a pack of conversation cards, call in to our Client Services team and for $20 they will hook you up with a deck and a journal. If you need assistance setting up your Will, Power or Attorney or Advance health directive, we would love to help you with that too.

04.01.2022 Day 3 - Your Life Journal What were your favourite subjects at school and why? Did you have any favourite teachers and what did you like about them? Tell me about a time when you got into trouble as a child or teenager.

03.01.2022 Day 6 - Your Life Journal Tell me about your first boyfriend/girlfriend What is your preferred genre of music? Do you have a favourite song, composer or band? What gives you the most pleasure in life?

02.01.2022 This has been a tough season for our community, from drought, catastrophic fires and now floods for some areas. Our team wanted to show some appreciation to our frontline services for the vital work that they do for everyone in our community to keep us safe & healthy. We acknowledge that this work is often done at the expense of planning their own futures and that personal affairs are often overlooked, or at least take a back seat, to the lifesaving work that occurs.... We would like to take an opportunity to give back to our frontline services and help make sure that their estate plans are all in order. For the months of February & March 2020 we are offering a 25% discount on the usual price on our estate planning packages for our frontline service personnel and their partners. If you are one of these amazing community members and your estate planning needs some TLC give us a call on 07 4638 4833 to book an appointment, quoting #FRONTLINEAPPRECIATION and we will email you out our Life Planning Guide, package options and some fact sheets to get you on your way. FROM OUR TEAM TO YOURS THANK YOU.