estate litigation Archives - Edward Olkovich Law

The New Threshold Question to Answer Before You Contest Wills in Ontario

What does a threshold have to do with losing your inheritance? If you have been disinherited by a will, then you need to know something about thresholds that are used in estate cases. Ontario courts now require that you have a minimum of evidence to contest a…
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Is This the Light at the End of Your Legal Tunnel?

Are You in A Terrible Estate Lawsuit? Mediation can help you resolve your estate lawsuit. Estate lawsuits may take many forms. Here are a few examples of estate problems I can help you with. Has your loved one died? Are you still grieving? There may or may…
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The 10 Things That Can Cause Your Estate Mediation to Fail

Read this if you want better results at mediation. Mediation mistakes can spoil your results. You want to stop destructive legal conflict that increases legal costs. Mediation mistakes can also prevent reconciliation. You can salvage your relationships at mediation if you act appropriately. If you don’t understand…
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Where There’s Smoke There’s Fire … and an Estate Lawsuit Based on Pecore

Here’s a secret that even some lawyers don’t know. Read this now to avoid being dragged into an estate lawsuit after someone you love has died. Assume your 87-year-old mother wants to give you her home. You say, “Great!” But what about Carlos (your brother)? What will…
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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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Money Wars in an Estate Can Stop Your Million-Dollar Inheritance

Let’s start with the positives. Good estate planning can make it possible for you to inherit millions of dollars. The best estate plans need professional advice and experts to avoid mistakes. Bad estate planning mistakes can start money wars. And money wars in an estate can cost…
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Resolving Estate Disputes with Settlement Conferences

You should speak to your lawyer about alternatives to resolve estate disputes without going to trial. This includes mediation using a third party mediator. If you have tried mediation and it was unsuccessful, consider a settlement conference. You’ll get real benefit from such a conference by following…
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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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