The Estate Blog - Edward Olkovich Law

Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Wills are Hardly the Right Investment for Your Family

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 7 One DIY will I read stated: “I leave the first ten percent of my worldly goods to God.” I wondered how would anyone arrange delivery? The person’s good intentions were clear. But they could still end up the villain…
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Making This Type of Last Will Should Scare You the Most

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 6 I want to tell you about Alice’s scary will. Wills are legal documents that must comply with formal legal requirements. One small will mistake can force everyone to visit courthouses. Everyone asks judges, “What did your will mean and…
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Duck These Dangerous Wills to Protect Your Family

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 5 You may not be famous — yet. But your family still needs to benefit from your will. Never think making a homemade will is okay. Quick fixes can fool you into thinking you solved your problem. But are your…
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Use This Checklist to Review Existing Wills and See if You Need Your Will Updated

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 4 Years ago, you made your will, perhaps since you got married, had children or bought your home. You put your will away some place safe. Maybe it is with your lawyer if you used one to prepare your will….
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When Walter Died Without Making His Will: Maria’s Spousal Story

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 3 Maria was a nurse’s aide who married Walter. They lived together in Walter’s house for 17 years before Walter died without a will. Walter owned his house — in his name — after his divorce and had a large mortgage….
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Here’s Why You Don’t Want Any Wills That the Government Writes for You

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 2 If you die without a will, your provincial government writes one for you. Fat chance they know what your family needs or that they will help you save taxes. Intestate estates, where people die without wills, have more problems….
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What’s Stopping You from Updating or Writing Your Last Will?

Making Wills Easy – New Summer Series 1 If you died, what would your loved ones do? Friends or family may cry rivers of tears. But everyone will want to know if you left a will. Why? Because without a will no one knows what to do….
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Making Wills Easy New Summer Series

Introduction Do you think you don’t need to make your will? This summer series will help you understand why that is a costly mistake you can avoid. If you think you are not ready to make your will, this summer series will get you in the mood….
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Estate Mediation: Answers to 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions

Please read my updated mediation guide. It’s called Estate Mediation: Answers to 10 Most Frequently Asked Questions.

When your Partner Dies Without a Will in Ontario: Married and Common Law Spouses Have Different Property Rights

Yes, if you’re married or in a common law relationship, it makes a difference. You lived with a partner for 13 years and suddenly your partner dies. If your partner never made a will, what do you do next? You need legal advice about your rights. In…
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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