In the legal world, “testamentary intentions” refer to a person’s wishes for the administration of their estate and distribution of their assets after death. 30 Aug

Testamentary Intention: The Interpretation of Wills

While not intended to be comprehensive in nature, this guide lays out a basic summary of what is involved and some things to keep in mind if you are involved in settling a loved one’s estate. 29 Aug

Basic Guide to The Probate Court Process in Ontario

How to Plan for Incapacity & Guardianship: Canada 18 Aug

How to Plan for Incapacity & Guardianship: Canada

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

Maybe you thought that creating a Will or Trust is something you can do once and then your family and assets are protected forever after. In reality, life events can drastically affect your estate plan and even cause your plan not to work in the way you intended. 29 Jul

10 Life Events that Signal it’s Time to Review Your Estate Plan

Too many parents take comfort in the misconception that where both parents become incapacitated or die, another family member will automatically take over caring for their children. The reality is, the rights and responsibilities of guardianship do not simply pass to a surviving family member. 10 Jul

Testamentary Guardianship: Safeguarding Your Child’s Future

Five Reasons You Should Consult a Tax Advisor During the Estate Litigation Process 26 Jun

5 Reasons to Consult a Tax Advisor During Estate Litigation

Looking to transition your business to the next generation? Many entrepreneurs have learned the hard way, simply having adult children or relatives that could potentially run the family business is no guarantee that the transition will go smoothly. 24 Jun

Do Your Kids Really Want to Take Over the Family Business?

Divergent Estate Plans of Ike & Tina Turner Provide Valuable Insights: The contrasting estate plans of Tina Turner and Ike Turner serve as instructive examples of the importance of effective estate planning. 07 Jun

Divergent Estate Plans of Ike & Tina Turner Provide Valuable Insights

Probate Nightmares: The Dangers of Properties Taken Out of Trust | Property Pitfalls | Real Estate | Estates Gone Wrong 30 May

Probate Nightmares: The Dangers of Properties Taken Out of Trust

The potential artificial intelligence has to automate tasks and reduce costs will revolutionize the way we approach estate planning, making it more efficient and accessible. However, you can’t fully trust an AI bot with your estate plan and here’s why. 23 May

AI in Estate Planning: What Every Canadian Needs to Know

A will in terrorem clause, also known as a "No-Contest" clause, is a legal provision that can be included in a will to discourage beneficiaries from challenging its validity. This clause disinherits any beneficiary who contests the will, which means they will not receive any inheritance. 10 May

What is an “In Terrorem Clause” and How Does it Work?