Update: Can divorced spouses be dependants?
Back in February 2017 I blogged about how, as a result of a recent change in the definition of “spouse” within …
Update: Can divorced spouses be dependants? Read Post »
Back in February 2017 I blogged about how, as a result of a recent change in the definition of “spouse” within …
Update: Can divorced spouses be dependants? Read Post »
Take a minute to think about how much of “you” exists online. Financial records, photographs, music, social media content, automatic
Embrace the virtual you – plan your estate with electronic assets in mind Read Post »
Today on Hull on Estates, Ian Hull and Noah Weisberg discuss quantum meruit claims and the decision in Tarantino v.
Hull on Estates #528 – Quantum Meruit Claims Read Post »
In Tyrell v. Tyrell, 2017 ONSC 4063, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice was faced with a situation in which
What jurisdiction governs the administration of an estate? Read Post »
Pauline Palmer died on June 24, 2016 in British Columbia. She left a Will dated August 18, 1988. The Will
“Simply Musings of an Aging Lady” or Valid Changes to a Will? Read Post »
If a Registered Retirement Savings Plan passes outside of an Estate, for example to a spouse or child, who pays
Who Pays the Tax on an RRSP? Read Post »
While we don’t wish ill of anyone, one little dream that many people share is the long lost inheritance. You
Is there an inheritance you’re missing out on? Here’s why it’s not likely Read Post »
The duties of a fiduciary must be performed diligently, with honesty and integrity and in good faith, for the benefit
Can a Fiduciary Overcome Poor Record-Keeping? Read Post »
Many estate solicitors are retained to draft Wills for elderly clients. Concerns over capacity are normal. As such, I am
Will Drafting and Testamentary Capacity Read Post »
A common problem in estates administration is getting an occupant out of the house of a deceased person. Often, the
Get Out! Getting Vacant Possession of an Estate Property Read Post »