The digital age has ushered in a paradigm shift in estate planning and administration... This article will delve deeper into the complexities of digital asset succession in Ontario, discussing the challenges faced, potential solutions, and the evolving legal landscape. 25 Oct

The Evolving Landscape of Digital Asset Succession

Inheritance disputes are as old as time, but in recent years, there’s been an increase in families embroiled in legal arguments. Here are the various stances on inheritance disputes, 2024 statistics, and the demographics of those discussing the topic online.  18 Oct

Inheritance Dispute Statistics: 2024 Rising Trends

Court Ordered Sale of Estate Lands Ends 30-Year Dispute Among Heirs | Property Pitfalls | Real Estate | Family Disputes | Estates Gone Wrong 03 Oct

Court Ordered Sale of Estate Lands Ends 30-Year Dispute Among Heirs

Ontario Executors: Glossary of Terms | Are you stuck trying to understand some of the terms you run across as an Ontario Executor? No need to Google them. Here's an "A to Z" list —in plain English— to help. These Ontario Executor Terms Keep You Out of Hot Water.  23 Sep

Ontario Executors: Comprehensive Glossary of Terms

Ontario's Family Law Act: "Entitlement to Equalization" in Action | Family Disputes | Court Battles | Case Ruling | Estates Gone Wrong 16 Sep

Ontario’s Family Law Act: “Entitlement to Equalization” in Action

The First Step: Open Conversation with Loved Ones | Communication Breakdowns | We Need to Talk About Estate Planning | Estates Gone Wrong 05 Sep

The First Step: Open Conversation with Loved Ones

Ontario Superior Court Removes Estate Executor to Resolve Deadlock | Property Pitfalls | Family Disputes | Case Ruling | Estates Gone Wrong 03 Sep

Ontario Superior Court Removes Estate Executor to Resolve Deadlock

Managing Digital Assets in Estate Planning | Digital Distress | Accessing Online Accounts | Estates Gone Wrong 29 Aug

Managing Digital Assets in Estate Planning

Charities have Fiduciary Duties as Estate Beneficiaries | Charitable Bequests | Administration | Philanthropic Advisor | Estates Gone Wrong 29 Aug

Charities have Fiduciary Duties as Estate Beneficiaries

Tips to Help Siblings Avoid or Resolve an Estate Battle | Curated Content | Family Disputes | Estates Gone Wrong 05 Aug

Tips to Help Siblings Avoid or Resolve an Estate Battle

What Is an Executor? Duties and Role in Estate Planning | An executor is the individual who carries out one's last will, ensuring that the stipulations and wishes of the deceased are carried out properly. 30 May

What Is an Executor? Duties and Role in Estate Planning

Valuable Lessons from a Vague Law: The “Laughing Heir” Statute 10 May

Valuable Lessons from a Vague Law: The “Laughing Heir” Statute