Category: Deceased Estates

Meet Mikaela Comas, Senior Lawyer

29/5/2026

Mikaela is experienced in providing professional service to her clients in the areas of:

Wills
Wills creating testamentary trusts
Enduring powers of attorney
Corporate powers of attorney
Advance health directives
Deceased estate administration

Can a Will Be Changed After Someone Dies?

23/12/2025

Generally, a will cannot be changed after death, but there are exceptions:

Family provision claims – A court may order changes if someone was unfairly left out.
Informal wills – If a document expresses the deceased’s true intentions but wasn’t properly signed, a court may recognise it.
Executor agreements – Sometimes, beneficiaries agree to distribute assets differently from the will, but legal steps must be followed.

If you need help with estate disputes, we can guide you through the legal process.

You can read more frequently asked questions at our FAQ page here.

Merry Christmas

17/12/2025

From the entire team at Arthur Browne & Associates, we wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Our office will close at 5pm Tuesday 23rd December for the Christmas break and will re-open at 8.30am Monday 5th January 2026.

Thank you for your support throughout 2025.

October 16th, 2025

16/10/2025

Do you pay tax on inheritance in Queensland

No, Queensland does not have an inheritance tax. However, other taxes may apply:

Capital Gains Tax (CGT) – If you sell an inherited property (exemptions apply, such as selling a primary residence within two years).
Superannuation death benefits – Tax may apply if paid to a non-dependent.
Income from inherited assets – Rental income or dividends must be declared for tax purposes.

We can help you understand any tax obligations related to your inheritance.

What Happens to Jointly Owned Property When Someone Dies?

16/9/2025

Jointly owned property usually passes directly to the surviving owner.

Joint tenants – Ownership automatically transfers to the surviving owner and does not form part of the estate.
Tenants in common – The deceased’s share is passed according to their will (or intestacy laws if no will exists).

If you're unsure how your property is structured, we can review your estate plan to ensure your assets are distributed as you intend.

You can read more frequently asked questions at our FAQ page

Meet Mikaela Comas, Lawyer

27/8/2025