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Lee & Partners Barristers and Solicitors

Locality: Brighton, South Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 8296 0244

Address: 507 Brighton Road 5048 Brighton, SA, Australia

Website: http://leeandpartners.net

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24.01.2022 Moving in together can be a significant step in any relationship, but do you know how what legal implications that might have? You might be surprised at when a partner may be able to make a claim against your assets, even if you have only been together for a short time. Come and see us to find out more.

21.01.2022 Back in August 2017, when the Relationships Register Act 2016 came into effect, it changed the way same-sex couples could guarantee their rights could be recognised in South Australia. However, with the change to the definition of marriage in the Marriage Act, the impact of the Relationships Register Act was significantly lessened. However, it is still an option for couples who wish to have their relationship legally recognised, but don't want to go through a 'marriage'. We often describe a 'Registered Relationship' as a 'civil union', as distinct from a marriage. In the case of both a marriage, and a registration of a relationship, you will need to immediately update your wills, as the marriage or registration automatically revokes your will, in most circumstances.

19.01.2022 Have a Merry Christmas and a happy new year from everyone at Lee & Partners.

19.01.2022 Has someone appointed you as the Executor of their Will? If so, there are a few things you should know. 1. Where is the original Will? How will you be able to access it if they die? 2. What are their wishes in relation to their funeral? 3. Do they want their bodies cremated or buried? Do they want to be organ donors? 4. Where are their assets held? Do they have shares, savings, real estate? Do they run a company, and if so, who is their tax accountant?... 5. Do they have Trusts? Who manages these? These, and other matters, are critical issues for an Executor to determine, and you might not get much time to sort them out. It's very important that you do so now. If you have any questions, you should make an appointment to speak to one of our experienced solicitors, who can point you in the right direction.

18.01.2022 Not able to get the our office because you are elderly or sick. Lee & Partners do free home and hospital visits to take instructions and sign Wills, Powers of Attorney and Advance Care Directives.

15.01.2022 Winter is still dragging on, and the weather this week seems to be a little miserable! Why not spend some of that time indoors reviewing your legal affairs? Is your Will up to date? Do you have an Enduring Power of Attorney?

11.01.2022 From 1 August 2017, the Relationships Register Act 2016 came into effect, allowing couples in South Australia to register their relationship, regardless of their gender or sexual identity. Registering a relationship can be done with an application form available from Births, Deaths and Marriages, but doing so will revoke any previous Will you have made. Therefore, we recommend that you seek advice about your Wills either before you register your relationship, or immediately ...afterwards. The Act also changed the way estates can be challenged, by changing the requirement for domestic partners (who are not married) to prove their relationship. It also affected your rights to be named on a child's birth certificate, claim superannuation, and other matters. Have you reviewed your Will recently? If not, why not make a time to come in and speak to one of our friendly solicitors, who can help you understand the law surrounding the distribution of your estate.

11.01.2022 Lee & Partners offers competitive rates including pensioner discounts on Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Advance Care Directives. Are your documents up to date? If not, make a time to come and see us on 08 8296 0244.

11.01.2022 What happens if you don't want to give your whole estate to your children? Can you leave a child out of your Will? What if you haven't spoken to them for 15 years? There can be legal ramifications, and we recommend that you discuss them with one of our experienced solicitors, who can guide you through the risks and pitfalls of managing your estate.

10.01.2022 Have you got your documents in order. Wills, Powers of Attorney, Advance Care Directive. Make life easier for your family. Get them done at Lee & Partners. We have packages including all documents at affordable prices.

09.01.2022 Everyone who owns property should have a legal Will. Not just old people.Think about doing yours today

05.01.2022 Lee & Partners would like to welcome to the team Julie-Ann Simkin. Family Law and Estates expert. Also thank you Barnaby Grant for your years of excellent service.

04.01.2022 We at Lee & Partners can look after your estate needs. If you have had someone close to you die and you need Probate done. Book a first free appointment with one of our Solicitors today. We don’t take 10% of your estate and will complete it in a timely manner. Call us today