No variation in the Holvenstot Last Will and Testament
Discussion on a wills variation claim decided in Holvenstot v. Holvenstot
Can The Executor Be Removed and Replaced?
Discussion on the removal or replacement of an executor
When should a trust for a child vest?
Discussion on when a trust set up for a child should vest
Vulnerable senior fights back
Story about a vulnerable senior who was invovled with a predatory “caregiver”
Severance of joint tenancy
Discussion on types of co-ownership and the severance of joint tenancy
Is a general power of appointment in a will valid?
Discussion on whether a general power of appointment in a will is valid.
WESA – Wills , Estates and Succession Act, B.C.
Discussion on when the new WESA will become operative
Determining Spousal Status Can Be Difficult
Discussion on the definition and determination of a “Spouse”
What If a Gift in a Will No Longer Exists?
Explanation of what happens when a gift from a will no longer exists
Eng (Re), 2012 BCSC 1096 – Advancement or Resulting Trust?
Discussion of the law on presumption of resulting trusts vs. presumption of advancement
Determining a spouse’s entitlement under a Wills Variation Act (“WVA”) claim
Determining a spouse’s entitlement under a Wills Variation Act (“WVA”) claim
Claimant Beware
Discussion on the Personal Representative’s responsibilities regarding claims against the estate