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10 Essential Tips for Passing Accounts in Ontario’s Estate Court

Do you need court approval of your management of a person’s affairs? This may mean you are a guardian, an attorney for property or an estate executor. Are you looking to have your compensation confirmed? If so, you may need to pass your accounts in court. What…
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How to Successfully Remove an Estate Executor in Ontario

Courts must remove estate executors by court order. A decision in 2024 by Justice B.A. MacFarlane (Deziel v. Deziel, 2024 ONSC 5279) outlined these principles for successful removal. [80] The Ontario Court of Appeal in the case of Chambers Estate v. Chambers confirmed that “the court should…
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Become a Confident Executor in Ontario: Essential Guide for Beginners

If you are stuck or don’t know where to begin as an Ontario estate executor, read this post. No single roadmap works for every estate journey. Each estate, large or small, has different assets, beneficiaries and tax issues. These variables create their own list of dos and…
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Costly Mistakes Ontario Executors Must Avoid

Executors must not … Your Executor Duties Make You Responsible for Your Mistakes Handling an estate is complicated. Research proves that people don’t know what to do. Read my free report, Suddenly You’re an Ontario Executor. You will learn how to: · reduce the stress of being…
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Executors Need to Remember These Estate Tax Tips

Are you an estate trustee, wondering if you need professional tax help? You may say, “Why bother? After all, I prepare my own personal tax returns.” The risks are too great to do it yourself. I recommend clients avoid these risks. Forget about doing estate tax returns…
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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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10 Essential Tips for Passing Accounts in Ontario’s Estate Court

How to Successfully Remove an Estate Executor in Ontario

Become a Confident Executor in Ontario: Essential Guide for Beginners

Costly Mistakes Ontario Executors Must Avoid

Executors Need to Remember These Estate Tax Tips