Amicus Curiae
In yesterday’s blog, I provided a recap of the OBA event, an Evening with Estate Judges. Part of my recap …
An Evening with Estate Judges
Last week, I, among many of my colleagues, had the opportunity to attend the OBA’s annual Evening with Estate Judges
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Variation of Trusts Act – Does the “benefit” need to be financial?
The Variation of Trusts Act might be the shortest statute that I am aware of, with the entire statute likely containing fewer
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Join Us For Elder Law Day 2024
As our population ages, the need for specialized legal services has never been greater. Join me and my colleagues at
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Professional Regulation and the Appointment of an Estate Trustee
While estate trustees are not subject to professional regulation, if a lawyer or former lawyer applies for a certificate of appointment, professional regulatory proceedings –
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“No Take Backs” – Can a Settlor revoke a trust?
Circumstances change. What may have made sense for someone at one time of their life may not make sense at
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Edward Stanley, 19th Earl of Derby – Undisputed hockey champion?
The Stanley Cup Finals started this past weekend, with the Edmonton Oilers playing the Florida Panthers to see who will
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Considering the Impact of Alcohol on Testamentary Capacity: Part Two
In part two of this blog series, I discuss whether controlling a testator’s access to alcohol could amount to undue
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Serious Adverse Effects
“Serious Adverse Effects” has a specific meaning under the Substitute Decisions Act (“the Act”). When a person is alleged to
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Could an Electronic Will be Probated in Ontario?
While electronic wills are not currently permitted in Ontario, it appears that it may be possible to probate an electronic
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