Wills / Probate / Trusts

Outline of Succession

Edited by Ken Mackie · Mark Burton
LexisNexis Australia April 2000

Specifications

ISBN-13
9780409316025
Publisher
LexisNexis Australia
Publication
April 2000
Format
Paperback
Jurisdiction
Australia ? Countri(es) for reference only

Details

This introductory text provides a comprehensive overview of succession law in Australia. It explains the principles of all areas of succession law and discusses significant case law and recent statutory provisions. All Australian jurisdictions are covered. An essential tool for students of succession, wills, probate and administration at LLB level, those working in probate and administration areas will also find the text extremely useful. This new edition includes questions at the end of each chapter to apply the principles discussed.

Table of Contents

* The General Nature of a Will
* Making a Will
* The Mental Elements
* Making a Will - The Formal Requirements
* Revocation and Alteration of Wills
* Republication and Revival
* Construction of Wills
* Gifts by Will
* Distribution on Intestacy
* Family Provision
* Personal Representatives
* Grants of Representation
* Duties, Powers and Liabilities of Personal Representatives

About the Author

Ken Mackie is a Senior Lecturer in Law and Sub-Dean of Law School at the University of Tasmania.

Dr Mark Burton is a Senior Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, University of Canberra.

Out of stock
This title is currently unavailable for purchase.
  • Free HK shipping over HK$1,000
  • International shipping to 35+ countries

Recommended

You may also be interested in these books:

More titles from Wills / Probate / Trusts

View all