Estates Without A Will Managing an estate in the absence of a will can be both a labyrinthine endeavor and an intriguing puzzle. In this exploration, we embark on a journey through the intricate world of handling estates that lack…
Challenging a Will In Ontario is Difficult Challenging a will in Ontario? Brace yourself for a legal journey packed with twists and turns, intricate rules, and limited grounds for contestation. Dive into this article to unravel the complexities of will…
What Happens When There Is No Will? Estate planning—a task that often lurks in the background, underestimated and procrastinated. Today, we embark on an in-depth journey to unveil the intricate web of consequences that ensue when a will is absent…
How to Challenge a Will Challenging a will in Ontario is anything but a walk in the park. It's a complex legal journey that demands an in-depth understanding of the terrain and meticulous preparation. In this comprehensive guide, we'll dive…
How to find the Original Will There is no centralized or mandatory registry of Wills in Ontario. Thus, one of the most important early steps in administering an estate is determining whether the deceased made a Will or not. This…
In Ontario, a minor child (under 18) is not entitled to directly inherit funds. If a child is entitled to inherit (either under a will, or because of an intestacy) there are four options: The Will establishes a trust for…
The most common and important mistakes in estate planning are not about complex issues. They are basic mistakes about the fundamentals. 1. Not having a will The rules for how an estate is divided in Ontario when there is no…
Divorce or separation before death? Will or no Will? Big difference. It is very important to clearly identify the marital state of the deceased prior to death. If the deceased was formally married, and then formally divorced, certain rules apply. …
Many life insurance policies and various savings plans (RRSPs, TFSAs, RRIFs) provide a means for you to designate a ‘beneficiary’, and on the death of the plan/policy holder the funds flow directly to the named beneficiary. It is very common…
Are you experiencing a very slow executor, one who never actually administers the estate? Executors who cannot or will not administer the estate are not uncommon. Sometimes years can go by without the executor having sought an appointment (probate), or…