Understanding Letters of Administration in Victoria
When a person passes away without leaving a valid Will, their estate cannot be administered in the same way as if there was a Will appointing an executor.


When a person passes away without leaving a valid Will, their estate cannot be administered in the same way as if there was a Will appointing an executor.
The central issue is whether a stepchild—who has not been legally adopted by the deceased—can make a claim against the estate of a person who died intestate (i.e., without a valid will) in Victoria.
Superannuation is a significant component of estate planning in Australia, often representing a substantial portion of an individual’s wealth.
Intestacy arises when a person dies without leaving a valid will. In such cases, the distribution of the deceased’s estate is governed by the intestacy provisions set out in the Administration and Probate Act 1958 (Vic) (“the Act”).
When notarising a Power of Attorney (POA) for use in India from Victoria, the principal legal issues are: Ensuring the POA is validly executed and notarised in accordance with both Victorian and Indian requirements.
Pursuant to the information on the Australia Taxation Office’s website, individuals who are financially affected by COVID-19 can access some of their superannuation early.
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