Tag: wills and estates

How Joint Ownership Can Complicate Estate Administration

Joint ownership of assets, including real properties and bank accounts, can be an effective estate planning tool. However, it is important to understand how joint ownership of assets work, and how the law sees and interprets joint ownership of assets...

By Adrian Taylor of Merovitz Potechin LLP on Tuesday September 29, 2026.

Top 5 Mistakes People Make When Appointing an Executor

The Executor (or Estate Trustee) of your estate manages the administration and distribution of your estate after your death. This role comes with significant responsibility and can require substantial time commitment. Here are the 5 most common mistakes people make...

By Adrian Taylor of Merovitz Potechin LLP on Wednesday May 13, 2026.

Updating Your Estate Plan: When and Why It Is Necessary

Creating an estate plan is a crucial step in ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes and that your loved ones are well taken care of once you have passed. However, creating an estate plan is not a...

By of Merovitz Potechin LLP on Tuesday August 22, 2023.