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The dynamics of contesting a will
Wills are an important part of the estate planning equation, and they are intended to allow for a smooth transition as one's final wishes are preserved. However, there are times when you may feel that some of the provisions in...
Estate litigation after exclusion of an heir
Following a death, it sometimes occurs that a person who anticipated an inheritance receives nothing, whether by design, oversight or an unforeseen technicality. Whatever the reason, it may be necessary to begin a court battle to right the perceived wrong....
What are the requirements for filing a will contest?
A will is a legally documented instruction of a person's specific orders for the distribution of his or her assets upon death. If a person believes the will of a family member or a friend does not reflect the deceased...
Challenging A Will In Ontario
Family members who were left out of a deceased individual's will or who were apportioned a smaller share than they believe they are entitled to may consider challenging a will. Grounds For Challenging A Will A will may be challenged...
Passing of Accounts: Request for Further Notice
In my last blog, Passing of Accounts: New Rules, I listed a number of changes to the Rules of Civil Procedure, affecting Applications to Pass Accounts. In this blog I would like to focus on one of these changes: the...
