Historically, when served with an Application Record to pass accounts, beneficiaries had two realoptions: (1) to object to the passing …
Options in Responding to an Application to Pass Accounts Read Post »
Clients will often seek our assistance in settling inter vivos trusts (also known as “living trusts”)to allow for the assistance
Irrevocability of Trusts Read Post »
A previous tip highlighted the importance of documenting client instructions whenever dealingwith gifts to independent adult children, whether an inter
Further Guidance on Beneficiary Designations Read Post »
As we reported last month, Bill 245 (the Accelerating Access to Justice Act) received Royal Assent in April 2021. Schedule
Ontario’s Estate Laws are Changing – Part 2 Read Post »
In late April 2021, Bill 245 (the Accelerating Access to Justice Act) received Royal Assent.Schedule 9 to Bill 245 provides
Ontario’s Estate Laws are Changing – Part 1 Read Post »
With all the changes and anticipated changes coming to Ontario’s estate legislation announced this year,some of these important developments have
Recent Updates to Estate Legislation Regulations Read Post »
In 2015, the Law Commission of Ontario released its final report for the Simplified Procedures for SmallEstates. Since that time,
Updated Probate Rules for Small Estates Read Post »
Download the Solicitor’s Tip for the month of August 2020.
Documenting Wishes Regarding Gifts to Adult Children Read Post »
