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Executors Beware You Are Responsible

For Immediate Release Toronto, Ontario, August 24, 2011 – “If you are an executor, you must be organized; otherwise, you can be sued for your mistakes,” says lawyer and Canadian estate expert, Edward Olkovich. He wrote Executor Kung Fu because he found no other guide devoted to…
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Why Executors Need Lawyers

Albert was the executor of his uncle’s small estate. He paid the beneficiaries what he roughly calculated they should receive. But he did not hold back enough to pay all the estate debts. Now he was in trouble and looking for legal help. What should you or…
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The Secret Formula to Choose Executors Successfully

What will you say when a client calls for advice on choosing executors? Clients struggle trying to make the right decision. They need advice from you. Often I have seen clients put off making a will because they cannot decide who should be their executor. This is…
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Executor’s Disease™ – The Next Disaster to Hit You and Your Family?

I call it Executor’s Disease™. It infects your money. I see the infection every day in my law office. It affects people in all income brackets. Your money may already be contaminated. I will tell you what this disease does. I will share with you my insider…
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Why Are Common-law Spouses Dangerous?

Canada’s Supreme Court has issued a warning for estate advisors. You need to become familiar with the concept of joint family venture. In February 2011 in the Kerr v. Baranow case, the Supreme Court clarified claims that can be made by common-law spouses. The decision affects you…
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Why Pity the Estate Executor?

Can you imagine you’re suddenly an executor? Like most executors, you don’t have any experience handling an estate. Your new workload feels like you’ve just have taken on another full-time job. Estate Disputes Can Be Horrible You can now find out now that you’re going to be…
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Workshop: Suddenly You’re an Executor … Now What?

Only 1 day left to register! Sign up now to attend this Online Executor Workshop on January 26, 2011. Read more…

Can You Remove a Bad Executor?

Karl was in a panic. His sister, Sarah, was executor of their father’s estate. “Sarah listed my parents’ home for sale. The asking price is way below what homes are selling for in the neighbourhood. I can’t believe what she is doing. “She told me to go…
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Want Help Understanding Your Role as Executor?

Sign up here for an Executor Workshop I am running for EstateTherapy.com on January 26, 8 – 9 p.m. EST. You will receive a copy of my book, Executor Toolkit: What Every Executor Needs to Succeed. You will learn my 3-step system to handle any estate. You will…
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Do You Want to Keep Your Sanity as Executor?

Here are 3 tips to keep you out of trouble. You must know the distinction between executor work and legal work. Get professional advice about your executor duties – the sooner the better. Not all lawyers are experienced in probate matters or can advise you. Will you…
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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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