What Happens If an Executor Dies Before an Estate Is Fully Administered in Ontario? Most people assume that if an executor dies, another family member simply steps in and continues administering the estate. In Ontario, it is rarely that simple. An executor derives...
Can an Executor Be Forced to Make an Interim Distribution in Ontario? One of the most common frustrations for beneficiaries is waiting. Months may pass after a loved one’s death, yet no inheritance has been distributed. Understandably, beneficiaries often begin...
What Happens If You Die Separated but Not Divorced in Ontario? Many people believe that once they separate from their spouse, their estate plan automatically reflects that new reality. For years, that assumption caused significant problems. Ontario has introduced...
What Happens If Two Wills Exist in Ontario? Finding a will after someone’s death can bring clarity to an estate administration. Finding two wills can have the opposite effect. It is not uncommon for multiple testamentary documents to surface after a person dies....
Who Pays Legal Fees in an Ontario Will Challenge? One of the most common questions in estate litigation is simple: Who pays the legal fees? For many years, there was a perception that the estate would automatically pay the legal costs of everyone involved in a will...
Can a Child Be Left Out of a Will in Ontario? The short answer is yes. In Ontario, a parent can leave an adult child out of their will. However, that does not mean the situation is always straightforward. Whether a child can successfully challenge that outcome depends...
