Posts tagged Amy Buriss
Why your clients may need to update their Enduring Guardian documents

Recent changes to the New South Wales Enduring Guardianship framework could have significant implications for clients with older estate planning documents. From 1 September 2026, the prescribed Enduring Guardianship form was updated to expressly allow an enduring guardian to consent to, or withhold consent to, the use of restrictive practices. Many existing documents signed using earlier forms may not contain equivalent authority.

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Getting the timing wrong can turn one dutiable transaction into two

Could a transaction be subject to duty twice?

A recent NSW decision shows how landholder duty can arise in addition to duty already paid on the acquisition of land, simply because of how and when transaction steps occur.

The case highlights the importance of carefully reviewing transaction structures, timing and historical dealings before proceeding with a transaction or seeking a ruling from Revenue NSW.

Read the full article to understand the key lessons from Ivo Holdings and how they may affect future transactions.

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