Hi @Tristan1. Please see attached ARNECC Guidance Note - extract specific to your query below. Kind regards, Michelle
Q23: Is the Client Authorisation form valid if my Client passes away? A23: The Client Authorisation ends upon the death of the Client, except in the case of South Australia (see section 59 of the Real Property Act 1886 (SA)). In South Australia, where a Client who has completed a Client Authorisation dies, an instrument which has been executed pursuant to that Client Authorisation after the Client’s death remains valid. In all other Jurisdictions, the death of a Client effectively renders the Client Authorisation invalid. This means that any instruments or Documents (whether signed prior to the death of the Client or not) cannot be used and cannot be Lodged for registration.
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