What is the Residue of an Estate?
What is the Residue of an Estate? When it comes to discussions, Wills and Estates, some of the terminology can be quite confusing for laypersons. One of the more significant terms that can arise in the course of Estate litigation is the question of what is the residue and who are the residual beneficiaries? The residue of an Estate is …Read more →
WESA: Witnesses and Gifts
The Wills Estates and Succession Act (“WESA”) is the governing legislation with respect to the litigation determining the validity of gifts made in Wills for persons domiciled in British Columbia. One interesting issue that can arise is a beneficiary to a will (meaning someone who receives a gift in the will) is also one of the witnesses to the will. …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 →