How a handshake deal between friends at a Sydney shopping centre delivered one $8m
A handshake agreement between two long-time friends in Sydney led to a significant inheritance dispute after one of them passed away without a will. The NSW Supreme Court ruled in favor of the surviving friend, who claimed he was entitled to the deceased's $8 million estate based on their pact. This case highlights the complexities and risks associated with unwritten agreements regarding inheritance.
- ▪The two men made a pact at a Sydney shopping centre that resulted in a costly inheritance dispute.
- ▪The elder friend died in 2017 without a will, leaving behind an $8 million estate.
- ▪The court found that the deceased promised to leave all his possessions to his friend in exchange for care until his death.
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| Original publisher | The Sydney Morning Herald |
| Canonical URL | https://www.smh.com.au/national/nsw/how-a-handshake-deal-between-friends-at-a-sydney-shopping-centre-delivered-one-8m-20260506-p5zu89.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed |
| Publication time | Tue, 19 May 2026 11:50:00 +1000 |
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