When someone in Ontario passes away, their estate must go through probate. Probate is the legal procedure that confirms the validity of a will, helps manage the decedent's assets, and ensures that debts and taxes are paid before the remainder…
Probation is a legal process that takes place when a person passes away. It involves the court validating a deceased person's will and appointing an executor to manage the deceased's assets and debts. Probation can be complicated, and many people…
Planning for your future, especially your retirement, is something you should consider. After all, you'll have to deal with the challenges of aging, and you'll need someone to help you manage your assets. If you have already discussed this with…
If you are planning to make a will in Ontario, you should know that you will be asked to appoint a power of attorney. This allows the person of your choosing to make financial and personal care decisions for you…
In 2022, the province of Ontario is making changes to the way that probate works. The changes are designed to make the process simpler and more efficient and to allow more people to avoid the need for probate altogether. Let's…
The COVID pandemic has been a difficult time for everyone. It has taught us the importance of valuing life and being grateful for what we have. We had to make sacrifices and change how we lived. It has not been…
It's not easy losing a loved one. Aside from the heartache and grief, you also have to deal with the financial responsibilities that can arise from their passing. While you may be able to handle most of the probate legal…