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Estate Planning Checklist in BC

A BC estate plan usually needs four core documents: a will, an enduring power of attorney for your finances, a representation agreement for health and persona…
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Lawyer Fees for Probate BC

A person’s estate needs to be settled after they’ve passed away. Whoever is in charge of settling the estate—either the executor or an administrator—has many d…
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Estate in Probate

Most people have heard of an estate being described as “in probate” or are familiar with the expression “the estate is going through probate.” Fewer people kno…
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How To Get a Divorce in British Columbia Without a Lawyer

Can you get divorced without a lawyer in BC? It is possible to file for divorce without hiring a divorce lawyer, but first, you must meet certain requirements…
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What Is Probate in BC?

Probate is a legal process through which a deceased person’s will is validated by the court, an executor is appointed, and the estate is administered and distr…
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How to Find a Good Family Law Lawyer

You may want a family lawyer to assist with happy life events like marriage and adoption. On the other hand, you may also need to hire a family lawyer to help…
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Probate BC Checklist – How to Successfully Navigate Probate

Quick answer: Applying for probate in BC follows a set sequence. The executor locates the original will and death certificate, identifies and values the estat…
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Navigating the Distribution of Trust Assets to Beneficiaries in Canada

If you’ve been named as a beneficiary of a trust, but you’re unsure of how trust assets are to be distributed to beneficiaries, you want to make certain that y…
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What Happens if a Beneficiary Does Not Claim Their Inheritance in British Columbia?

No one intends for estate property or money to languish instead of going to its rightful owner. Unfortunately, unclaimed inheritances are quite common. What ha…
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Problems with Siblings Settling Estates

When a parent dies, their children are faced with complex emotional challenges. The last thing siblings need is an estate battle during the grieving process. U…
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