This comprehensive guide explores what a holographic will is, the legal requirements it must meet, potential drawbacks, and why you probably need a more robust estate planning solution. 30 Jul

Resources: a Comprehensive Guide to Holographic Wills

Leaving behind a thoughtful estate plan that you’ve discussed beforehand with your loved ones will ensure that they won’t be burdened with unnecessary stress during an already difficult time. Here’s what you need to know about planning ahead in Ontario. 11 Jul

Complete Guide to Planning Your Estate: Ontario

Canadians with U.S. Beneficiaries: Cross-border Estate Planning Tips 24 Jun

Canadians with U.S. Beneficiaries: Cross-border Estate Planning Tips

People often believe that they can litigate a wills and estate matter in a “risk-free” manner because the estate will bear the legal costs of the disputants. That is generally not true... 06 May

The Legal Costs of Estate Litigation: Know The Risks!

Six Estate Planning Mistakes Celebrities Made | Curated Content | Celebrity Estates | Estates Gone Wrong | A will isn't enough... 18 Mar

Six Estate Planning Mistakes Celebrities Made

In the intricate process of estate planning and will preparation, the expertise of an accountant is invaluable. The collaboration between your solicitor and accountant ensures a seamless integration of legal and financial expertise. 17 Mar

The Critical Role of Accountants in Estate Planning

Probate planning pitfalls: The risks that you need to consider before adding your child to the title of your home for estate planning purposes 12 Mar

Adding Your Child to The Title of Your Home: Know The Risks!

Legal tussle over dog has cost thousands in legal fees and plenty of heartache, while highlighting how the law treats pets in estate battles. 08 Mar

Dog at Centre of Estate Dispute: Highlights Need to Plan for Pets

Testators should know the risks before using joint ownership as an estate planning tool.  16 Feb

Joint Ownership of Property: Know the Risks

Understanding Probate in Canada: Everything You Need to Know | Probate is a crucial process in the Canadian legal system that ensures the deceased person’s estate is distributed according to their wishes. 21 Jan

Understanding Probate in Canada: Everything You Need to Know

While Canada’s tax system doesn’t impose a traditional inheritance tax, estate taxes through capital gains, final income returns, and probate fees can still shrink inheritances dramatically. By leveraging these strategies, you can pass down more of your hard-earned wealth. 20 Nov

Things to Know Before Filing a Loved One’s Final Tax Return

When it comes to estate litigation, the payment of costs from the estate may not be guaranteed. It is important for litigants to always be mindful of the potential costs consequences... 02 Jun

Litigation Costs Covered By The Estate? Not Guaranteed!