Category: Estates

Unlocking the Secrets Behind Ontario’s Estate Trustee Pay

Are you an Ontario executor or estate trustee? This role is often considered an honour, but also a thankless job. However, by law, estate trustees are entitled to receive compensation for their care and trouble. Unless, that is, the will that appoints them specifies otherwise. There is…
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Top 5 Risks Every Joint Owner Should Know

Joint ownership, even with family, can create legal problems. Here are five dangers that you must be aware of. Review this list before you consider holding property in joint ownership with anyone, including your children. 1. DisasterJoint owners can refuse to cooperate when you need to deal…
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Exercise Your Will Power to Protect Your Loved Ones – Part 2

Having a will ensures your loved ones are provided for. Read Part 1 of this post. Your estate trustee or executor is the person named in your will to distribute your stuff. Without your will, courts must appoint an estate trustee without a will. Executors can be…
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Exercise Your Will Power to Protect Your Loved Ones – Part 1

You’ve worked hard all your life to provide the very best for your family, friends and community. How do you ensure this will continue? The answer is simple; through a legal document – your will. Here are some things to consider: The time and cost of a…
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Avoid These Costly 4 Will Mistakes—Secure Your Family’s Future Today!

Pippa Norman, in her October 2, 2024 Globe & Mail column, reveals interesting facts that may apply to your own Canadian wills. I recommend Pippa’s column. It is not often a Canadian source on Canadian estate planning is well written and published. As an Ontario Certified Specialist…
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How do I retrieve and validate a will that’s in a foreign safe deposit box?

Find out with FP Answers here. Need answers? Call my office today or book a meeting. Estate law is all I do. Ed Olkovich

Should I draw up a new will or simply add a codicil to my old one?

Find out with FP Answers here. Need answers? Call my office today or book a meeting. Estate law is all I do. Ed Olkovich

Ontario Common-Law Spouses – Beware of Legal Changes

Recent court decisions have made it clear that certain claims against estates are restricted to two-year limitation periods. This means that you may only have two years from the date of a person’s death to raise legal claims. If legal claims are filed late, they can be…
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Ensure Your Loved One’s Security with Professional Wills

What happens when you fail to make a will? Ontario judges have limited discretion to decide who handles your estate when you do not bother to make your will. If there is no will, an intestacy is created. That’s when the government makes a will for you….
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Are You Prepared? Discover Your Estate Planning Readiness with my Ontario Quiz – PART 2

Don’t miss Part 1 of this post, Are You Prepared? Discover Your Estate Planning Readiness with my Ontario Quiz Answer true or false. Q6. I can change my will by initialing the changes on the original. True or false? False. This misconception can lead to a court…
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“I want to thank Ed and his firm for getting me through a very difficult time. He was recommended to me by another lawyer and I am grateful for that recommendation. Ed kept me grounded, listened to me, counseled me and supported me. I do so appreciate that. And he is worth every penny. Thank you!” - Claudia R, Toronto

“Thank you for your professional advice and lawyering while I was planning my will, all accompanied with your patience and a sense of humour.” - Valerie G, Toronto

“Ed is a "straight shooter" who tells it like it is and helps you make the best possible decisions in your circumstances. I've personally seen the "magic" he can work in an estate and recommend him without reservation to anyone who wants an iron clad will or estate advice and management that saves money, frayed nerves and friendships.” - Jim R, Burlington

I have used Edward Olkovich for my own Will and I was the executor of my Brother-in-law’s will. My brother-in-law had a terminal illness and Edward had us devise his Will to minimize taxes and problems. Ed is located locally @ Jane and Bloor. He was very knowledgeable, friendly and thorough and has written many books on the subject. - Belinda M, Toronto

Ed is a thorough, responsive estates lawyer who I would recommend to anyone when needing a will or dealing with estate issues. - Eva S, Toronto

Dear Ed and “Team Olkovich” “Thank you for your knowledge, expertise and hard work to make our executor duties (almost) stress-free. Will miss the laughs and stories you tell so well. All our appreciation always!” - Pat, Dave & John, Toronto

Dear Ed, Thank you for all your wisdom and kindness throughout the process of settling Ann’s Estate. - Cheryl, Toronto

“The easiest professional I had to deal with to settle my parents’ needs was Ed. I told him what we needed. He was gracious with his advice and help - without delaying matters.” - Iain N., Toronto

“Magic! The guy knows magic!” - Steve G., Toronto

“In the land of estate law, Ed is King.” - Cheryl W., Toronto

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