As digital wealth continues to grow, these assets will increasingly appear in estate files. Understanding how to value and administer them will be essential. Markets change, assumptions fail, and good planning remains the best defence. 30 Oct

Valuing Digital Assets: Lessons from the World of Online Gaming

Digital assets pose unique challenges for Ontario estate planning, particularly when they are stored or governed outside the province. Conflicting laws, restrictive terms of service, and international privacy regulations can complicate access and delay administration. 25 Sep

Digital Assets: Unique Challenges & Jurisdictional Conflicts

Accessing a deceased loved one's digital accounts is a complex issue, often resulting in legal battles and emotional distress for families. Advocates continue to push for clearer policies and legal frameworks to address the challenges of digital inheritance... 22 Jul

Accessing a Deceased Loved One’s Digital Accounts

It's important to carefully consider who you appoint as your digital executor and to provide them with the necessary information to carry out their responsibilities. You may also want to provide instructions on how to handle your digital assets, such as which accounts should be closed, which information should be shared, and how digital property should be distributed.  05 Jun

Estate Planning Designations: What is a “Digital Executor”?

Estate planning has traditionally focused on tangible assets like real estate, bank accounts, and personal belongings. However, in a world increasingly reliant on technology, digital assets deserve the same level of attention. 27 Feb

Why Your Digital Assets Matter in Estate Planning

Urgent global law reform is needed to address the transfer of digital assets in estate planning. The current legal landscape struggles to keep pace with the rapid evolution of digital assets, leading to uncertainty and potential loss of value for inheritors.  18 Feb

Digital Distress: Urgent Global Law Reform Required

Dealing with a loved one’s digital assets after their death can be complicated, especially in the absence of a clear legal framework. This article will take you through what a digital asset is and how to handle them. 12 Feb

Handling Digital Assets: Legal Considerations in the UK

Preventing Loved Ones from Internet Scams: Powers of Attorney 05 Dec

Preventing Loved Ones from Internet Scams: Powers of Attorney

If an account holder passes away or loses capacity, their legal representatives may not be able to access their digital assets held by a virtual custodian. Alberta Law Reform Institute recommends authorizing fiduciaries to access digital assets through new legislation. 13 Nov

Authorizing Fiduciaries to Access Digital Assets

Inheritance disputes are as old as time, but in recent years, there’s been an increase in families embroiled in legal arguments. Here are the various stances on inheritance disputes, 2024 statistics, and the demographics of those discussing the topic online.  18 Oct

Inheritance Dispute Statistics: 2024 Rising Trends

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Your Digital Assets: The Mess Left Behind

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Managing Digital Assets in Estate Planning