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 Is Entitled to See a Will in Ontario? Disputes over estates often begin with uncertainty. Family members may know a will exists but are unsure whether they are entitled to see it, whether the executor is required to provide a copy, or whether information is being...
Do You Need Probate for Bank Accounts in Ontario? In many cases, yes. Probate is often required to access a bank account in Ontario. However, it is not always required. Whether probate is needed depends on how the account is held and how the financial institution...
What Assets Require Probate in Ontario? Not all assets require probate in Ontario. However, many do, and misunderstanding the distinction can lead to delays, disputes, and complications in estate administration. The key issue is not simply what assets exist. It is how...
Can Probate Be Avoided in Ontario? (And When It Backfires) In some cases, yes. Probate can be avoided in Ontario, but doing so is not always straightforward and does not always produce the intended result. Many individuals structure their affairs with the goal of...
One of the most frequent and emotional questions we hear from beneficiaries is this: how long does the executor have to distribute the estate. Some people are waiting for financial stability. Others are waiting for closure. Executors meanwhile are often just trying to...
