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Estate Planning for Entrepreneurs: Securing Your Business Legacy in Ontario
Entrepreneurs dedicate their lives to building successful businesses, but many overlook the critical aspect of securing their business legacy through estate planning. In Ontario, where business and personal laws intersect uniquely, it's essential for entrepreneurs to...
The Impact of Family Dynamics on Estate Litigation in Ontario
In the realm of estate planning and litigation, family dynamics play a pivotal role, often dictating the complexity and direction of legal proceedings following a loved one’s death. At Kimel Law Group, we recognize that understanding and managing these dynamics can be...
Safeguarding Digital Legacies: Protecting and Managing Digital Assets in Ontario Estate Planning
Safeguarding Digital Legacies: Protecting and Managing Digital Assets in Ontario Estate Planning In today's digital age, our lives are increasingly entwined with technology. From social media accounts to online banking, digital assets have become an integral part of...
Understanding Estate Trustee Bonds in Ontario
In the realm of estate administration in Ontario, the role of an estate trustee (also known as an executor) is critical. Estate trustees are entrusted with managing and distributing a deceased person's assets according to their will. However, one aspect that may not...
Understanding the Vital Role of a Probate Certificate
In the intricate landscape of estate planning and administration in Ontario, one crucial document holds significant sway: the Probate Certificate. For those uninitiated in legal jargon, the term might sound daunting. However, understanding its importance is paramount...
Empowering Your Legacy: A Comprehensive Guide to Effective Estate Planning
Crafting your legacy is not just a legal matter but a deeply personal and significant endeavor. Let's explore the comprehensive approach to estate planning, offering insights that can empower you to secure your legacy with confidence. Understanding the Essence of...
Challenging a Will After Probate in Ontario
In the aftermath of a loved one's passing, dealing with legal matters can be an emotionally charged and complex process. One such aspect is the distribution of assets through the probate of the deceased's will. However, circumstances may arise where individuals...
Navigating Estate Distribution: A Comprehensive Guide Beyond Marriage
The intricate web of legalities surrounding estate distribution becomes even more complex when individuals have experienced marital changes. Understanding the nuances of testamentary laws is crucial for ensuring that the final wishes of the deceased are carried out...
Demystifying the Probate Certificate
Estate management in Ontario often involves grappling with legal intricacies, and one key element in this realm is the Probate Certificate, officially known as the Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee. Let's cut through the legal jargon and get straight to...
When Should You Consider a Certificate of Appointment of Estate Trustee in Ontario?
In the realm of Ontario's legal procedures, a certificate of appointment of estate trustee goes by the common term "probate." It plays a pivotal role in the management of an individual's estate after their passing. When an estate trustee opts to apply for this...
Understanding the Role of Mediation in Ontario Estate Litigation
If you're already familiar with estate litigation, you'll know that it's often an emotionally charged and complex process. One of the tools that can make this process less adversarial and more constructive is mediation. This post will delve into the benefits of...
Navigating the Complexities of Estate Litigation in Ontario: Current Landscape and Key Considerations
As professionals well-versed in estate litigation in Ontario, we understand the complexities that individuals face when embarking on this challenging legal journey. This blog post aims to shed light on the current legal landscape in Ontario, as it relates to estate...
Removing an Executor of an Estate in Ontario: What You Need to Know
Removing an Executor of an Estate in Ontario: What You Need to Know The executor of an estate is responsible for managing the deceased's assets and distributing them according to the terms of the will. However, sometimes the executor may not fulfill their duties...
The Duties of an Executor of an Estate in Ontario
We explore the duties of an executor in Ontario, providing guidance on what to expect and how to navigate the estate administration process.
Does this case have what it takes? Meeting the “Minimum Evidentiary Threshold” in Will Challenges
Litigants and their counsel should consider using Johnson to their advantage in efforts to put a stop to a dispute at its early stages.
Mediation in the Context of Estate Disputes – Can Mediation End Your Estate Dispute?
Mediation can be an effective process to resolve estate disputes involved in estate litigation. Estate disputes can be lengthy, stressful and often involve private familial issues.
Understanding Estate Administration Tax
Estate Administration Tax (“EAT”) formally known as probate fees, is a tax charged on the total value of the deceased’s estate and is paid to the government of Ontario at the time that an estate is submitted for a certificate of appointment of estate trustee or more...
Parents Beware – Joint Ownership with Adult Child
One of the most common estate planning techniques is adding a child as a joint owner on a bank account, investment, or real estate property.
What Information Must an Estate Trustee Disclose to Beneficiaries?
An estate trustee owes a fiduciary duty to the beneficiaries of an estate. Beneficiaries have the ability to force the estate trustee to perform their duties and obligations.
What Happens If You Die Without A Will?
When a person dies without a Will, called “intestate”, the Ontario Succession Law Reform Act sets out how the deceased’s estate is distributed.