How can I cut my kids out of my will and leave it all to an animal shelter?
Find out with FP Answers here. Need answers? Call my office today or book a meeting. Estate law is all I do. Ed Olkovich
Find out with FP Answers here. Need answers? Call my office today or book a meeting. Estate law is all I do. Ed Olkovich
You are likely still grieving from the loss of a loved one. If a loved one dies, you may be involved in their estate. You need to know there are now strict time limits that can cancel your rights. This post is not legal advice but for…
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Having a will ensures your loved ones are provided for. Read Part 1 of this post. Your estate trustee or executor is the person named in your will to distribute your stuff. Without your will, courts must appoint an estate trustee without a will. Executors can be…
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What happens when you fail to make a will? Ontario judges have limited discretion to decide who handles your estate when you do not bother to make your will. If there is no will, an intestacy is created. That’s when the government makes a will for you….
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Anna arrived at our law office after the funeral of Jason, her common-law spouse. Anna and Jason lived together for nearly 7 years. Anna cared for Jason during his cancer treatments. She supported Jason and paid the condo fees and mortgage on their condominium. The condominium, however,…
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Here are factors courts consider before giving directions to contest a will. Courts have duties to the deceased will maker who is not before the court. 1. Personal DisclosureThe deceased person cannot argue against the release of their private medical, financial, or legal files (disclosure orders). Usually,…
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