Wills, probate and administration 506 (6 points)
(LAW)
Leader: Mr Matthew Groves
Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: Students who successfully complete this subject should (1) acquire a comprehensive knowledge of the law of Victoria regulating the administration and devolution of inheritable property of a deceased person; (2) be able to analyse and critically examine a factual situation relating to the estate of a deceased person and to determine the procedure for obtaining authority to administer the estate, the validity of testamentary dispositions, the entitlements of beneficiaries or next of kin, the liability of particular assets to meet the burden of debts and the entitlements of beneficiaries or next of kin, the liability of particular assets to meet the burden of debts and the entitlements of beneficiaries and the ultimate distribution of the net assets to the beneficiaries or next of kin; and (3) have enhanced their powers of critical analysis and thinking, their oral communication and research skills.
Assessment: Written research assignment (2,500) words 30% and one examination (2 hours plus 30 minutes reading and noting time) 70% OR Final Examination (3 hours plus 30 minutes reading and noting time) 100%
Prerequisites: LAW1100 Legal Process, LAW3400 Property
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