A Will is a document that specifies the distribution of a person's estate after they die. If you do not have a Will, your estate may be distributed according to Canadian intestacy laws. In most cases, Wills are a matter of public record, and anyone can access them...
Advance Directives and Representation Agreements
Don’t delay personal planning if you become seriously ill. Being diagnosed with a serious illness can be emotionally trying—for you and your family and friends. Still, it’s important to take a few minutes and consider your personal planning options. Every illness...
What Is a Spouse? How Courts Award Spousal Benefits Under BC Estate Law
You probably have a clear-cut idea of what makes a spouse. A marriage certificate with both your names is a good start. So is sharing a home for at least two years. For the courts, however, determining spousal status isn’t always simple. Recent rulings based on the...
Why You Need a Will
If you have assets in BC—a car, condo, bank account, vacation property—or have children under the age of 19, we recommend that you prepare a Will with a legal professional in the province. Guardianship of Your Minor Children When you create a Will, you can designate a...