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...
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...
The passing of a loved one can be an emotional and difficult time for everyone involved. In addition to the emotional turmoil, there are legal and financial obligations that must be addressed. One such responsibility is the role of the executor of an estate. In this...
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...
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 according to the law in Ontario. Duties As a fiduciary, the estate trustee, is held to a high...
The law in Ontario acknowledges that there is a moral obligation for the needs of dependants, including children, parents and spouse to be given adequate support from one’s estate. Ontario law has acknowledged that certain relationships trump a testator’s freedom to...
