The Referred to Law Firm

Estate Litigation

At Merovitz Potechin LLP, our estate litigation lawyers are dedicated to helping you and your family resolve your dispute. We provide personal service and clear guidance in all types of estate litigation matters. Our goal is to make sure our clients understand the law, the impact of each legal action and its potential outcomes.

Helping You Understand Your Options And The Impact On Your Family

Legal matters involving your family and an estate require care and compassion. We have decades of experience finding cost-effective and creative resolutions for all types of estate matters. We will protect your rights and help you fulfill your obligations effectively.

We take the time to get to know you and provide services tailored to your individual needs. We conscientiously protect your interests and explain how pursuing litigation may impact family relationships, so you can make an informed decision that best suits you and your family.

Contesting A Will

Will disputes arise for many reasons. The rights and obligations of beneficiaries and executors can be complex. We assist individuals and family members contesting the validity of a will or individuals facing a challenge to a will. We will provide straightforward advice in disputes involving:

Undue influence
Incapacity
Failure to comply with formality requirements

Our experienced team also advises and acts for clients in Ottawa and surrounding areas in dealing with other aspects of estate litigation including:

Applications by trustees to pass accounts
Applications for trustee appointments, removal and replacement
Dependant support claims
Procedures related to the interests of a minor child
Guardianship applications
Orders to accept or refuse appointment as trustee
Applications for capacity assessments
Quantum meruit claims
Application for Directions of the Court

Learn About Your Options

We are here to provide personalized and effective representation for contested wills and other estate litigation matters. Our law firm understands how these issues will impact you and your family, and we will strive to help you find the best resolution for you.

We provide a cost-benefit analysis so you understand the true impact and can make an informed decision about whether it is in your best interests to pursue litigation. Other law firms in the area recognize our dedication to clients and our expertise in this area of law, often referring clients to us for estate litigation matters. Contact our lawyers online or call us at
613-563-7544 to arrange a consultation.