Ontario has no forced heirship, but a dependant child can still claim support from your estate. Learn how to document the decision so it survives a challenge... 20 Aug

Can You Legally Disinherit an Estranged Child in Ontario?

For individuals with assets in multiple countries, forced heirship is one of the most significant estate planning constraints. This guide explains which major jurisdictions impose forced heirship... 13 Jun

Which Countries & Jurisdictions Impose “Forced Heirship”?

Forced-heirship rules are fundamental to estate planning but change rarely. Civil-law jurisdictions impose mandatory reserved shares for children, spouses, and ascendants — overriding the deceased's will. 09 May

International Estate Planning: Forced Heirship by Country

For individuals with cross-border estates, careful planning is essential. For Canadians with connections to European Union member states, this area of law has grown considerably more important... 27 Apr

Canadians with European Assets: Whose Law Governs?

Estate planning becomes more complicated when assets, citizenship and tax rules extend beyond a single country. In this episode of Celebrity Estates, David Lenok speaks with Martin Behn about these challenges. 16 Mar

Celebrity Estates Podcast: Cross-Border Planning Lessons

With different countries enforcing varied intestacy rules, navigating these legal frameworks can be overwhelming... 10 Mar

Inheritance Law: How Different Countries Handle Intestate Estates

A multijurisdictional approach uses one document, whereas a cross-jurisdictional approach uses multiple, separate documents. Both require specialized legal advice to navigate differences in foreign laws, such as forced heirship rules, and to ensure wishes are carried out effectively.  03 Nov

Multi-Jurisdictional vs Cross-Jurisdictional Estate Planning