Lee's manual of Queensland succession law / by Alun A. Preece.

Sydney : Lawbook Co., 2007.

6th ed.

27112

Manual of Queensland succession law.

Inheritance and succession -- Queensland.

1. Introductory

2. The Functions of a will

3. Probate law - the making of a will

4. Probate law - the execution of wills

5. The Revocation of wills

6. Probate law - alterations in wills, republication and revival of wills

7. Death, burial and cremation

8. Personal representatives, probate and administration

9. Personal representatives - their duties, powers, liabilities and rights

10. Legacies, devises and beneficiaries' rights

11. The Payment of debts - the order of application of assets

12. Intestacy

13. Family provision

14. The Construction of wills- general principles

15. The Construction of wills - descriptions of property

16. The Construction of wills - descriptions of beneficiaries

17. The Construction of wills- the quantum of the interest to be given

18. Future trends.

This new edition has been significantly updated and provides a thorough analysis of wills, probate and intestacy law in Queensland. Whilst having a predominantly Queensland focus, this comprehensive text also covers important decisions from other Australian States and the United Kingdom.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

9780455223698

lxxiv, 357 p.