When someone passes away, emotions often run high — particularly if a family member or dependant believes they haven’t been properly provided for under a will (or where there is no will at all). In Queensland, the law does allow eligible people to make a family provision claim, but strict time limits apply. If those deadlines are missed, your right to make a claim may be lost altogether. This is why it’s important to get advice early. What is a Family Provision Claim? A famil

Being appointed as an executor is both an honour and a responsibility. For many people, it is a role they take on while grieving the loss of a loved one—often without any prior experience in probate or estate administration. In Queensland, executors carry legal responsibilities that extend well beyond “sorting out paperwork”. At Sarinas Legal, we regularly assist executors to confidently administer deceased estates, comply with their legal obligations, and avoid personal risk

When a loved one passes away, the distribution of their estate is generally guided by the instructions they leave behind in their will....

The prospect of drafting your own Will, without the perceived hassle and expense of involving a Lawyer, can seem enticing for many...

In Queensland, as in many jurisdictions, the importance of having a legally valid will cannot be overstated. A will is more than just a...

When planning for the future, it's crucial to consider not just assets and wills, but also who will manage your affairs should you become...

In this video, I reveal 4 successful strategies you can use to minimise the risk of an inheritance dispute after you pass away.

In the case of Temple v Temple [2023] QDC 145, Mark Temple sought a portion of his late father's estate, which predominantly benefited...

We acted for a deserving client who brought a Family Provision Claim against the Estate of his late Mum. Whilst the Estate was quite...

We acted for a client who was in terminally ill and needed her Will drafted on an urgent basis. We attended the client’s residence to...

Our client was in hospital, both mentally and physically incapacitated. In his younger days, our client worked for the local council and...