The Estate Information Return Form, recent changes and what it means to the Estate Trustee
byIf you’re an Estate Trustee there are rule changes that came into effect this year you should know about. “In Ontario, the Estate Trustee…
Wills and Estates
Guardianship Application; What You Need To Know and Why
byGuardianship applications FAQ including personal care and property. Read on for more info on guardianship applications in Ontario.
Inheritance; Frequently Asked Questions
byWhat Is Inheritance? Who Can Receive An Inheritance? Is Inheritance Taxable? How Long Does It Take To Receive An Inheritance? How Can I Protect…
Power Of Attorney In Ontario
byPower of Attorney In Ontario is a legal document that appoints a person to step into your shoes and act on your behalf if you are unable.
Wondering How to Pass on the Family Cottage?
byHow should the cottage be passed down through the family when the cottage owner passes away. Our Wills and Estates lawyers provide a few options here.
Foreign Executors
byI am a Foreign Executor What is Resealing? I want to name a foreign Executor I am a Foreign Executor Sometimes an Ontario resident…
The Little Black Book Of Probate
byThe Little Black Book of Probate is a collection of frequently asked questions along with their answers to help clients understand the process of…
POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR PERSONAL CARE
byCommonly Asked Questions about Power of Attorney For Personal Care (Medical). Is a Power of Attorney the same thing as a “Living Will”? What…
Hummingbird Virtual Estate Planning
byWhat is Hummingbird Virtual Estate Planning? What will I need? How does this service work? How do I get started? What is Hummingbird Virtual…
Probate, Dying in Ontario
byProbate, executor of a Will, executor of estate, probate tax in Ontario; All about dying in Ontario by a probate lawyer.