Most mistakes made by wills and estates lawyers involve administering the estate. Lawyers might think that this is the easy part of the job, but unfortunately appears not to be the case and has been the second most costly claims area.
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Client Resources
Parent to child property loans: Things to consider - Client Brochure
Conveyancing, Will Making, Mortgages, Client resources
16 Oct 24
This brochure is provided by LPLC as a template for lawyers to use for client information purposes. The brochure outlines what your clients should consider when they are planning to provide financial assistance to their child for the purpose of buying a home. Firms can use the sample brochure as it is, or use the word version to tailor the wording to suit their needs or create their own branded brochure.
LIJ Articles
Would your client's will withstand a testamentary capacity challenge?
Will Making, Estate Administration
01 Dec 23
A recent case highlights that video recording interviews to take instructions for a will can help prove the will-maker had testamentary capacity.
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Preparing a will — do the basics well
Will Making
02 Oct 23
Preparing a will for clients involves more than a one size fits all approach. It requires a deep understanding of the law, thorough information gathering, attention to detail, and effective communication.
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We're hiring: Property Lawyer for risk management role
15 Apr 25
We're looking for an experienced legal practitioner with a well-developed understanding of property and conveyancing law including duty and tax.
Work as a member of a small team reporting to the Head of Practice Risk Services and be responsible for developing and delivering a range of risk management solutions for the legal profession, targeting a reduction in claims and supporting the profession in delivering excellence.
- Apply your expertise to support and educate the profession
- Make a change to a non-practising role
- Permanent role in a friendly team
For more information or to apply see the job advertisement on the Mahlab website.
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LPLC welcomes new Committee member
Resources and information
28 Mar 25
The Legal Practitioners’ Liability Committee is delighted to welcome Justin Graham KC as a new Committee member commencing in March 2025.
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LPLC congratulates Adrian Finanzio SC on judicial appointment
28 Feb 25
The Legal Practitioners' Liability Committee and staff congratulate recent committee member, Adrian Finanzio SC, on his appointment as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Victoria.