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Why Having a Will is so Valuable
Death isn’t something most people enjoy talking about or even thinking about. For many, it feels uncomfortable or even taboo. But avoiding the topic doesn’t change the reality: death is inevitable, and being prepared matters. This is why having a will is so valuable. A will gives you control over what happens to your estate after you die. It allows you to decide how your assets are distributed and who receives them. Without a will, those decisions are made for you under provi
Maria Kofinis
Feb 62 min read


By-Law 7.1: Client Contingency Planning. Estate Planning Lawyers, are you ready for the 5 A’s?
Wills and Estates lawyers know better than most that everything comes to an end, and that the best course of action is to accept and...

Daniel Howes
Apr 11, 20254 min read


A Lawyers Guide to Will Storage in Ontario
Key Points: -Self-storage by the client is generally not advisable, and can result in lost wills -Firm storage is more reliable but...

Daniel Howes
Feb 25, 20255 min read


Getting what you want (and don't want) from the healthcare system.
We’ve all imagined it. You’ve been told you have an incurable disease and have only a short time to live. There’d be things you’d like to...

Daniel Howes
Nov 6, 20245 min read


What is a First Dealings Exemption and How Does This Affect Probate Planning?
Did you know your that your client’s home may qualify for a “senior’s discount?”

Savannah Sguigna
Jul 23, 20242 min read
Custodius Chronicles
Brief legal updates and time-saving practice tips for the busy Wills and Estates Lawyer

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