Those who are considering challenging a will by making a family provision claim need to be aware that time limits apply within which their application must be made.

Each State and Territory has its own legislation governing family provision claims. Some jurisdictions run the time from the date of death while others run the time from the date of the grant of probate or letters of administration.

In Australia, Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs), colloquially known as prenups, are becoming more common, particularly for people who are in a second de facto relationship or marriage and those receiving gifts from their parents to purchase a first home. Couples are far more likely to see eye-to-eye at the start…

Today, 28 May, is LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Day. This is an initiative run by the LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation which is a national advocacy group in this space. Since earlier this year I have been assisting their board of directors as the ACT Coordinator.

FGD was proud to host a morning tea to reflect on this day and show our support to the cause.

When FGD first started taking our staff to Bali in the late 90’s we were a much smaller firm, around 15 people. Fast forward to Easter 2024 where 89 staff from across our 4 offices embarked on our biennial Bali conference to strengthen our professional relationships, exchange insights and rejuvenate our state of minds.