Your mission, should you choose to accept it…
Discussion on the Executor’s responsibilities for administration of the estate.
The Times they are a-changing: Society Act Changes Continue to be Debated
Proposed changes to the Society Act.
Failure to Launch
Discussion on children failing to leave home but not contributing to the household expenses.
Teaching the value of money through philanthropy
Teaching the value of money through philanthropy
Richard Weiland’s article published in LEAVE A LEGACY supplement
The LEAVE A LEGACY pullout included with the May 1, 2012 issue of the Vancouver Sun features an editorial by Richard Weiland. His article, "Teaching ... Continued
Can a Stepchild Inherit from a Stepparent?
Can a Stepchild Inherit from a Stepparent?
New Limitation Act Introduced in BC
Discussion on the new Limitation Act (Bill 34), which was introduced into the Legislative Assembly of BC
Some Vancouver real estate still affordable
Discussion on the prices of plots in the main Cemetary located in Vancouver
Does the holder of a power of attorney have a duty to account to a Wills Variation Act claimant?
Can a Wills Variation act claimant demand an accounting from a person holding power of attorney.
A refresher on resulting and constructive trusts
Discussion on resulting and constructive trusts and a recent decision: Borkenhagen v. Kessler.
How Does the Court Interpret An Unclear Will?
In an ideal world, all people would have a clear and unambiguous will in place at the time of their death; however, this is not ... Continued
Can an Executor be Required to Fight a Wills Variation Claim?
Executors often find themselves unsure of how to carry out the terms of a will. This can result from a lack of clarity in the ... Continued