One of the biggest reasons people undertake estate planning exercises is to provide for their family and loved ones in the event of their death, while also trying to ensure that the estate assets are protected to the furthest extent possible in order to keep as much money inside the estate as possible. This often … Continued
Read MoreThe Courts in Toronto have introduced a new tool, with the intention of making proceedings more accessible and less costly for people using the system. Video conferencing will now be available for 9:30 am appointments on the Estates List in the Toronto Region. Consent or unopposed matters and scheduling orders in Toronto Estates List matters … Continued
Read MoreWhen deciding to prepare powers of attorney for personal care and property, it is imperative to carefully consider who you want to appoint as your attorney(s). In the event you decide to appoint multiple attorneys, is also important to consider whether you want each of them to be empowered to make decisions separately or if … Continued
Read MoreTo what extent can an appointed attorney act under an insurance policy and change a beneficiary designation? In the case of Re Hanson Estate, the question before the court was whether the owner of a life insurance policy who had the requisite mental capabilities but was physically disabled had the ability to validly instruct their … Continued
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