BC Executor’s Fees Reduced for Failure to Remain Neutral
The executor’s fee is compensation for the tasks of gathering up assets, liquidating them, protecting them if necessary, and then distributing them to the estate beneficiaries. When…
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Media & Articles
Solicitor/Executor’s Remuneration Claim Excessive, Despite Charging Clause in Will
By Janis Ko
Will-makers often choose lawyers or accountants to be their executor. Disputes over executor’s remuneration can arise even in situations where the deceased’s Will contains a “charging clause”…
Beneficiary Disputes $400,000 Fee to Administer a BC Estate
By Janis Ko
The personal representative tasked with distributing and managing a deceased person’s estate is entitled to be paid for services rendered. Fees claimed by the personal representative can…