Executor —the deceased's son— transferred estate properties to himself and his brother without fair market value compensation. His conduct was deemed a significant conflict of interest: favouring certain beneficiaries over others. 06 Aug

Court Removes Deceased’s Son as Estate Executor for “Self-Dealing”

High legal and ethical standards apply to estate executors and trustees. It is essential to understand your obligations... 27 Sep

Estate Executor “Self-Dealing” Assets: Conflict of Interest

If a personal representative wishes to purchase estate assets, it should be with the consent of all beneficiaries or occur at fair market value with the approval of the court. 14 Aug

BC Supreme Court Ruling: When “Self-Dealing” May Be Allowed

If Hendrix had even done a simple will that properly spelled out his wishes, a large amount of the litigation would have been avoided and it would have ensured that his wishes were followed. 18 Jan

The Estate of Jimi Hendrix: Decades of Drama & Costly Litigation

When a Charitable Bequest in a Will Goes Wrong | Curated Content | Charitable Bequests | Estates Gone Wrong 01 Nov

When a Charitable Bequest in a Will Goes Wrong

You must evaluate your reasoning if you disagree with an estate executor in Ontario. Personal disputes do not qualify for legal intervention and should be solved through communication instead. 02 Jul

What If I Disagree With an Estate Executor in Ontario?