Undue influence is a high legal threshold to meet. If you believe that your loved one has been subject to undue influence in drafting their Will, what can you do about it? 04 Apr

Undue Influence Concerns: Beware a Sudden Change of Heart

Charitable Giving: Legacy is More than What You Leave Behind 04 Apr

Charitable Giving: Legacy is More than What You Leave Behind

April Hubbard is not terminally ill, but the 39-year-old performance and burlesque artist has been approved for assisted dying under Canada's increasingly liberal laws. For those who are terminally ill it is possible to get approval within 24 hours. 03 Apr

Law Reform: Canada’s Increasingly Liberal Assisted Dying Laws

If you’re like many Canadians, you know you should create an estate plan, but may keep putting it off. This primer will introduce you to terms you should understand so you can prepare for the creation of your estate plan confidently. 03 Apr

Understanding Will and Estate Planning Terms

Frequently Asked Questions: Role & Responsibilities of The Executor 02 Apr

How Much Time & Effort is Involved in Serving as an Estate Executor?

With proper planning and guidance, estate matters don’t have to be stressful. This post will walk you through everything you need to create a solid estate plan in Ontario. 02 Apr

Estate Planning Ontario: A Simple Guide to Getting It Right

Director Norman Jewison's wife cut him off from family, coerced him to change $30M will, lawsuits claimed. Legal fight between filmmaker's sons, 2nd wife highlights end-of-life struggles many families face... 01 Apr

Family Members Clash Over Director Norman Jewison’s Estate

5 Key Steps for Retirement and Estate Planning in 2025 28 Mar

5 Key Steps for Retirement and Estate Planning in 2025

Early inheritance is an increasingly popular route towards homeownership: a way for Canadian families to support younger generations... 27 Mar

Early Inheritance is Trending: Canada’s ‘Living Legacy’ Movement

Recent court ruling underscores a fundamental lesson for charities involved in property or trust matters: clear, formal documentation is essential. Without a properly executed declaration of trust, even well-intentioned trust arrangements can fall short in court. 27 Mar

The Case of The Property Trust: a Cautionary Tale for Charities

Estate disputes can tear families apart and leave valuable assets in limbo. When tensions rise and estate administration becomes impossible, there is a powerful legal solution that many people do not know about: an Estate Trustee During Litigation (ETDL). 25 Mar

“Estate Trustee During Litigation” (ETDL): Benefits & FAQs

A contingent beneficiary is a backup beneficiary who inherits assets if the primary beneficiary is unable to, for example, if they predecease you or are unable to accept the inheritance. You likely need a contingent beneficiary to ensure your assets are distributed as intended, even if your primary beneficiary can't receive them.  19 Mar

What is a Contingent (or Secondary) Beneficiary?