Asheetha was admitted to practice in 2003. She has over 20 years' experience in Wills and Estates Law and became an Accredited Specialist in 2011. She is appointed by the Law Society of NSW as a member of the Advisory Committee for Specialist Accreditation in Wills and Estates, as is the Head Assessor of that committee. Although her main area of practice is in contested estate litigation, including testamentary capacity matters, family provision cases and other trust and estate administration suits, she has utilised that experience in her growing estate planning practice. She also has experience in Elder Law related issues and applying for 'out of the ordinary' grants of probate and letters of administration. Asheetha has been appointed as a Court Appointed Administrator for estates. She is a regular presenter at seminars and workshops in the areas of Wills and Estates law. Asheetha is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. Asheetha is listed in the 2024 Doyles Guide’s lists as a Preeminent Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer in NSW and as Leading in Wills, Estates & Succession Planning Law in NSW and Wills & Estates Litigation Lawyer in Australia.
Live Webinar: Gifts in Wills: Ensuring Precision and Protecting Intent
Date/Time
Wednesday 9th July 2025
Vic, NSW, Qld, ACT, Tas: 1.30pm to 2.30pm
SA & NT: 1.00pm to 2.00pm
WA: 11.30am to 12.30pm
About the Webinar
Incorporating gifts and bequests into wills is a common yet complex aspect of estate planning. When not structured or described properly, these gifts can lead to legal challenges, unmet expectations, and potential disputes. This session equips practitioners with the expertise to navigate the intricacies of gifting through wills, ensuring that the donor’s intent is preserved and the estate’s administration proceeds smoothly. It covers:
- Best practices for structuring gifts to ensure clarity and enforceability
- Navigating the contractual nuances associated with specific gifts
- Crafting precise descriptions of gifts to avoid ambiguity and legal challenges
- Leveraging gifts to effectively manage estate debts
- Understanding the consequences and remedies when gifts fail
- Exploring the rule of ademption and its exemptions to safeguard gifts
- Ensuring accuracy and compliance in charitable bequests to prevent litigation
- Addressing and resolving issues when gifts do not meet beneficiaries' expectations
Presented By
Asheetha Jelliffe
Partner, Bridges Lawyers Sydney, NSWWho Should Attend?
This webinar is suitable for succession lawyers – Australia wide. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.
CPD Certificate
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