YOUTUBE — VIDEO 6

What happens to your business when you pass away? Business succession planning

About this Episode

If you own a business, a standard will often isn't enough on its own. Your will might say one thing, but your company constitution or trust deed can say something entirely different - and where they conflict, the business documents can win. That mismatch is where families end up in lengthy disputes. The fix is to read the actual structure and make your will and your business documents work together.

In this conversation:

    • Why business succession planning matters for owners
    • How different structures – sole trader, company, trust – change what happens when you die
    • Why company constitutions and trust deeds have to be read as part of planning
    • What goes wrong when your will and your business documents don’t align
    • How to bring business succession into your will as one cohesive plan

Running time: 1 minute, 14 seconds

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Danielle Little

Danielle Little is the owner and Principal of Little Estate Lawyers. Danielle is an expert in estate disputes and estate litigation. Danielle’s experience spans over many years. She worked in a large multi-national firm gaining extensive experience in plaintiff medical negligence claims, litigation and complex deceased estate matters.

Contact Danielle on 1300 323 313

This episode is general information only and isn’t personal financial, legal or tax advice. For advice about your own circumstances, please speak to an appropriately qualified professional.