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Family Trusts and “Pour Over” Clauses – Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

A pour over clause is a clause in a will that states the...
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How Long Can a Spouse Remain in the Family Residence After One Spouse Dies? – Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

Today many people are living together in a second or third...
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Joint Bank Accounts – Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

Adding your spouse’s name to a bank or investment account is a...
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What is the Meaning of the Word “Home”? – Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

Mr. Hicklin died and in his will he left his brothers his...
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Holograph Wills – Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

If a person dies without a formal will that has been drafted...
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Henson Trust in British Columbia (BC)

Parents who have a child who has a lifelong disability often...
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Undue Influence – Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

Undue influence is extremely hard to prove. Often all you have...
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How Do You Deal with Gifts to Children in Your Will?

It is common for parents to gift or loan money to their...
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Joint Accounts – Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

Joint Accounts Any asset which is held in joint names will pass...
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Estate Litigation and Mediation – Wills and Estates

Estate Litigation As baby boomers reach their 70’s and 80’s...
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Wills and Estates – Victoria, BC

Usually wills state that certain beneficiaries will receive a...
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Owning Property Outside of British Columbia

Complications can arise in the administration of an estate when...
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