Revocation of Wills
In a previous blog post, we discussed the many circumstances wherein a testator (a will-maker) ought to consider making a new will. However, before someone makes a new will, it is important to consider how to properly revoke an old will. The Wills, Estates and Succession Act provides specific requirements as to how one can properly revoke an valid old …Read more →
What Makes A Will Valid In Vancouver
Estate litigation lawyers know that one of the major reasons so many families end up tangled in Estate disputes is because there is a lack of clarity as to what the requirements are for a valid will. The Wills Estates and Succession Act (“WESA”) specifically sets out the requirements to make a valid will under British Columbia law. Section 37 …Read more →
Commencing Actions on Behalf of an Estate – Part 1
When the Wills, Estates and Succession Act was introduced, it provided Estate Litigation lawyers with a variety of new statutory tools to assist their clients in commencing action with respect to estate. S. 151 of the Wills, Estates and Succession Act (“WESA”) permits litigants to apply to the Court for leave (or permission) to commence an action on behalf of …Read more →