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I have encountered parents who are extremely worried about their challenged children’s financial well bein on theri death…isn’t it more effective to raise this issue now?….
A Henson Trust May Not Be Enough Continue Reading »
Capacity Law, Estate Planning, GuardianshipIn Newell v. Newell (2011 ONSC 3228), the court awarded full indemnity costs to both parties to a guardianship dispute, despite the fact that neither party was wholly successful and the application and cross- application had become moot as a result of the death of the incapable mother…..
Newell v. Newell: Full Indemnity Costs Awarded to Both Parties Continue Reading »
Capacity Law, Estate Litigation, Guardianship, Power of Attorney, Powers Of Attorney and Guardianship DisputesDid the deceased suffer from a severe and prolonged impairment? If so, there may some tax relief for the estate in the form of a Disability Tax Credit.
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DISABILITY TAX CREDIT Continue Reading »
Canada Revenue Agency, Capacity Law, Elder Care, Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Executors, Geriatric Care Management, GuardianshipThis is a question that plagues parents when they do their Wills – often to the point that they don’t actually do their Wills. Perhaps knowing what the effect of including a guardianship clause in a Will is, parents wouldn’t let this issue stymie the completion of their Wills…..
Eeny, Meeny, Miney, Mo, Who Will Get Your Kids After You Go… Continue Reading »
Estate Planning, Guardianship, WillsThe Accountant of the Superior Court of Justice-how does the fiat procedure work? What types of fees does the Accountant of the Superior Court of Justice charge for funds they hold in trust? A recent OBA program addressed these issues and more…..
