Appointed to manage the estate of a loved one, an executor in Ontario has both authority and legal duty — and with that comes potential risk. Acting without proper guidance can expose an executor to delays, disputes, or even personal liability. At Kimel Law Group, we...
In contested estate matters, time doesn’t stand still just because a legal dispute is unfolding. Assets may need protection, bills must be paid, tax filings are due — yet no one may have legal authority to act. That’s where an Estate Trustee During Litigation (ETDL)...
Acting as an estate trustee is a serious responsibility – and Ontario courts are increasingly willing to hold trustees personally accountable when they fail to uphold their fiduciary duties. In some cases, trustees have been removed from their role or ordered to...
In Ontario estate litigation, one of the most contentious issues beneficiaries face is what to do with real estate held in the estate — particularly when they don’t agree. Whether it’s the family home, a cottage, or an investment property, conflicts often arise when...
One of the most common questions we hear from beneficiaries is: “Why is this taking so long?” Estate administration in Ontario can be a complex process, and while there is no fixed deadline by law, executors are expected to move at a reasonable pace. If you’re an...
The Ontario Court of Appeal’s recent decision in Kasanda v. Sartarelli, 2025 ONCA 27 reinforces key legal principles governing estate trustee removal in Ontario. This case reaffirms that the welfare of the beneficiaries and the proper administration of the estate...
