Summary Trials in Estate Litigation – Part 2
In part one of this blog, we discussed some of the benefits of summary trials in Estate litigation and their limitations. In the recent decision of Boyd v. Shears 2018 BCSC 194, Mr. Justice Smith was asked to hear a wills variation application under the Wills Estates and Succession Act. In this circumstance all of the parties agreed that will …Read more →
Vancouver Lawyers What Makes A Will – Part 2
In Part 1 of this Vancouver Lawyers What Makes A Will series, we considered the requirements as set out in the Wills Estates and Succession Act with respect to how to make a valid will under s. 37. In the recent decision of Litke Estate (Re), 2017 BCSC 1079, the Honourable Mr. Justice N. Brown heard an application from a …Read more →
Vancouver Lawyers What Makes A Will – Part 1
It is an understatement to say that Wills are very important legal documents with significant ramifications. Wills give a legal voice to the wishes of the Deceased and are arguably the most important document with respect to estate planning and transfer of wealth. In many Estate litigation cases, much of the case turns on the validity of the will. …Read more →