What Is an ETDL and When Is It Needed in Ontario Estate Litigation?

What Is an ETDL and When Is It Needed in Ontario Estate Litigation?

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)...
The Role of Mediation in Estate Disputes: Can You Avoid Court?

The Role of Mediation in Estate Disputes: Can You Avoid Court?

Estate disputes can be highly emotional, often pitting family members against each other over inheritance rights, will challenges, or the actions of an executor. While litigation is one way to resolve these conflicts, it is often costly, time-consuming, and stressful...
Understanding the Role of Mediation in Ontario Estate Litigation

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...