Resolving Estate Disputes Outside of Trial
3 Alternative Ways for Resolving Estate Disputes in BC Estate litigation and wills variation claims are often very heated, given that they often involve family members vying for control over the assets of a recently deceased relative. There is often emotion on all sides and the prospect of testifying in Court against a relative can be daunting for some litigants. However, not …Read more →
Is A Note On The Back Of A Napkin Valid To Alter A Will?
Can Napkin Notes Alter a Will in BC? Making a Valid Will in BC Prior to the introduction of the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (“WESA”), British Columbia was considered to be a “strict compliance” jurisdiction with respect to the laws governing changing, revoking or altering wills. One of the biggest changes introduced be WESA is found in section 58, which …Read more →
When to Challenge A Will
How Long do you Have to Contest a Will? Process of Contesting a Will in BC We often receive inquiries at the Kushner Law Group from unsatisfied or disinherited beneficiaries who are wondering when is the best time to challenge a will. Although many potential lawsuits are governed by a two-year limitation period, this is not the case with respect …Read more →