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Here’s How Ontario Courts Decide Who Pays Your Legal Costs in Estate Lawsuits

Are you involved in an estate lawsuit? You’ll want to know who ultimately pays for your legal fees (costs). It’s a simple question. Let me make my answer simple. Courts follow a two-step process to decide who pays costs. A recent Ontario Court of Appeal decision explains…
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If You Are in an Estate Dispute then Ask Your Lawyer These Questions

Estate disputes are emotional. They can also be expensive. Before you go too far, ask your lawyer to explain the legal theory that applies to your case. You need to know answers to these questions: What is the theory of law involved in my estate dispute? What…
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What’s New in Ontario Estate Law as of January 2022

Take a moment to read my summary of changes in estate law. This is in the next release of Compensation & Duties of Estate Trustees, Guardians & Attorneys. Will Challenges The Accelerating Access to Justice Act, 2021, with numerous schedules, implemented changes in stages to the Succession…
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Why the Best Will You Can Buy Is a Lawyer-Prepared Will

Are you tempted to prepare your own will online or with a will kit? Do you know who can defend your will in court? Who will your loved ones call if your will is challenged? They will call a lawyer, sure. But what evidence is available to…
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Suddenly, You’re the Executor of an Estate… Now What?

Are you anxious about the new responsibilities you face? Don’t panic or stay up nights worrying. You may be a grieving beneficiary as well as executor. My free three-stage Executor Roadmap can help you reduce your stress on your estate journey. You can decline the job before…
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How to Choose the Right Executors

This is my last post in my series Choose Executors Wisely. Here are my previous 4 posts: Make Sure Your Executor Isn’t Dracula The Right Executors Save You Money Choosing Who Protects Your Money Made Easy Who is the Right Person to Protect Your Money Bad executors…
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Bad Legal Advice Costs Executors Plenty – Part 2

You recall from my last post Blake was Uncle Jerry’s estate trustee. I will finish Blake’s tale. You’ll learn how a simple matter can cost an executor plenty. In this post, I’ll also give you steps to protect yourself as executor. Blake, the executor or “estate trustee”…
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Powers of Attorney – Your Golden Opportunity to Control Your Money

Last week, I appeared on television as an expert on powers of attorney. I’ll tell you about the show in a moment. First, I want to give you the three key benefits of having powers of attorney. Remember these benefits for yourself and your loved ones. Powers…
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Executor Legal Fees, Estate Disputes and Grave Robbers Part 1

Executors depend on lawyers for legal advice in estate disputes. Can executors continuously sign blank estate cheques to pay lawyers? How long can they sign these cheques, and how much can they spend? What is reasonable? Are you an executor in an estate dispute? Read this post…
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Every Parent’s False Assumption – Margo’s Story

Margo had three sons. Tom and Terry were twins from her first marriage and Stevie from her second. Stevie dropped out of school to play guitar. He never really got a job to support himself. Margo let Stevie live at home with her until she died. Her…
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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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