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Recorded Webinar: Keeping a Tight Hold of the Reins in Enduring Powers of Attorney

Enduring powers of attorney are an indispensable link in the estate planning chain of documents, yet in practice failures in drafting and abuse of the power can cause untold damage and unforeseen consequences. This session explores why a power of attorney is not a “set and forget”
PRESENTED BY Justine Taylor Principal Director - Uther Webster & Evans , Sydney

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About the Webinar

Enduring powers of attorney are an indispensable link in the estate planning chain of documents, yet in practice failures in drafting and abuse of the power can cause untold damage and unforeseen consequences. This session explores why a power of attorney is not a “set and forget” document and what controls need to be put in place to achieve the intended result, including:

  • Key decisions in setting up an enduring power of attorney
  • Appointments and alternatives - how many attorneys are needed?
  • Drafting guide for special conditions, limitations and restrictions
  • Attorney misbehaviour cases and examples, including Mentink v Olsen [2020] NSWCA 182; Turner v O’Bryan-Turner [2022] NSWCA 23
  • Challenging attorney’s abuse of power - practical and legal considerations
  • A practitioner’s responsibility for activity by the attorney
  • How to minimise risks including conflict of interest and elder abuse
  • Recent law reform activity on enduring powers of attorney and proposed reforms

Presented By

Justine Taylor
Principal Director, Uther Webster & Evans Sydney, NSW

Justine joined Uther Webster & Evans in 2004, and holds a Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) and Bachelor of Psychology.

Justine became a Partner of Uther Webster & Evans in 2015, and is now a Principal Director.

Justine’s primary practice and passion is in the area of estate planning and estate litigation, including complex wills, probate, contested estate litigation, protective list applications, general equity, estoppel and trusts. Justine also has a strong background in general practice including, crime, commercial and corporate litigation. Justine is also a member of STEP.

Since 2016, Justine has been listed by Doyles as a Recommended and Leading Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer (NSW).

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is suitable for lawyers throughout Australia who advise in estate planning matters. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.

CPD Information

Lawyers can claim up to 1 CPD unit/point – substantive law . This webinar has been designed to run for 1 hour, however, webinar lengths can vary depending on the level of questions and discussion. WA lawyers – Please note that TEN is unable to verify your completion of recorded webinars to the Legal Practice Board of WA. TEN is an accredited provider.

Enquiries/Assistance

If you need assistance or have an enquiry, please do not hesitate to contact our Webinar Coordinator, Lisa Tran on (03) 8601 7709 or email: [email protected]

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