Don’t Wait to Communicate Your Estate Plan | Three Reasons | Curated Content | Communication Breakdowns | Estates Gone Wrong 08 Jul

The Importance of Communicating Your Estate Plan: 3 Big Reasons

There are several reasons that a will may prove invalid. It is important for testators to be aware of these pitfalls in order to avoid them. By understanding the factors that can invalidate your will, you can take proactive steps to safeguard your estate and provide peace of mind for those you leave behind. 27 Jun

Common Reasons a Will Might Be Declared Invalid in California

Don’t assume your children will want to follow in your footsteps. Although they may share your entrepreneurial spirit, they may not share your passion for your business. Expert Advice series throws the spotlight on family succession, a tricky and sometimes emotional subject... 27 Jun

Reasons Your Children May Not Want to Follow in Your Footsteps

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

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

Are you worried that your heirs will foolishly spend their inheritance or lose it to creditors? You may want to consider establishing a “spendthrift” trust. 21 Jun

Frequently Asked Questions: What is a ‘Spendthrift Trust’?

Legal issues faced by the elderly population arise in almost all areas of legal practice; however, most commonly in real estate law, family law, human rights law, and wills and estates law. 21 Jun

Power of Attorney & Estate Planning: Elder Law Canada

Elvis Presley’s Estate Planning Mistakes: Lessons for Us All | Curated Content | Celebrity Estates | Estates Gone Wrong 18 Jun

Elvis Presley’s Estate Planning Mistakes: Lessons for Us All

A memorandum or letter of wishes is a document containing an expression of wishes to your executors and beneficiaries, providing guidance on how you would like your estate to be administered. It is not a Will. 17 Jun

What is a Memorandum or Letter of Wishes?

Addressing Common Communication Challenges in Estate Planning 10 Jun

Addressing Common Communication Challenges in Estate Planning

What are the steps involved in administering an estate? How long does it typically take to administer an estate? What if I’m named as an executor but unwilling to serve? Here you'll find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions... 10 Jun

Frequently Asked Questions About Wills and Estates (BC)

Sibling Living in Inherited Property: Refuses To Sell 01 Jun

Sibling Living in Inherited Property: Refuses To Sell

Navigating the complex web of estate planning for Canadians with foreign ties requires a deep understanding of both domestic and international tax laws. That is why involvement of legal experts from the relevant foreign jurisdictions is often necessary and strongly recommended. 30 May

The Complexities of International Estate Planning for Canadians