An executor must administer the estate with diligence, respond to reasonable inquiries from beneficiaries, and take the Court process seriously. Where those duties are not met, the Court has shown that it is prepared to order costs personally... 24 Jul

What Happens When An Executor ‘Ghosts’ The Estate?

Choosing an executor is one of the most consequential decisions in estate planning. Conflicts of interest can lead to family disputes, high legal costs, and can jeopardize proper estate administration. 22 Jul

What Constitutes Executor Conflicts of Interest in Ontario?

What are you actually entitled to know as an estate beneficiary? And if you are the executor, what do you actually have to share? Here is how it works in British Columbia... 21 Jul

Beneficiary Rights in BC: What Executors Need to Know

Under Australian estate law, executors owe a fiduciary duty to all beneficiaries. This guide explains exactly what conduct justifies a dispute, what steps to take first, and how the courts approach these matters in 2026. 16 Jul

Australian Estate Law: Guide to Disputing Executor Conduct

Choosing the right estate trustee —at the planning stage— can be one of the most important decisions a testator makes. This case serves as a cautionary tale of what can happen when an estate trustee fails to appreciate the seriousness of the role... 03 Jul

Cautionary Tale: When Poor Administration Comes at a Cost

The spousal rollover applies differently across property types. Understanding how this rule functions and knowing exactly when an executor should strategically elect out of it is one of the most vital components of estate planning.  30 Jun

Understanding How “Spousal Rollover” Works in Canada

This article provides general information only. Estate administration rules and procedures vary across provinces and territories, and legal advice is recommended in most cases. 12 Jun

Estate Administration: Practical First Steps for Executors

Handling digital assets during probate in Ontario presents a unique legal challenge. This guide outlines the legal and practical steps for executors to manage a modern digital estate. 11 Jun

Handling Digital Assets & Accounts During Ontario Probate

If you think the executor or administrator of a decedent’s estate is mismanaging the assets within it, it’s easy to feel powerless. However, when you know what steps to take, you may be able to hold the executor accountable while preventing further loss. 22 Apr

Executor Mismanaging Estate: What Beneficiaries Should Do

Every inherited commercial property with tenants comes with lease obligations that transfer with the building, not with the person. The estate steps into the landlord role immediately. 21 Apr

Inherited Commercial Property with Tenants: Guide for Heirs & Executors

Absence of a clear and well-structured will often leads to protracted and costly legal disputes, straining relationships. Take steps, now, to ensure your will is "contest-proof"... 13 Apr

Eliminating Ambiguity: Steps to Ensure Your Will is “Contest-Proof”

Iowa's inheritance tax is fully repealed, but pre-2025 estates still follow the old rules. Here's what beneficiaries and executors should know.... 01 Apr

Iowa State Inheritance Tax Fully Repealed: What You Should Know