Executor (Personal Representative) Duties in Alberta
If you’ve ever acted as an Estate Executor, or Personal Representative, before, you’ll know that there is considerable responsibility and work involved... Read More
Alberta Estate Executor Compensation Entitlements
Anyone who has been an Estate Executor, or Personal Representative, can attest to the fact that there’s a lot of work involved... Read More
[Top 10 Reasons] You Should Hire a Lawyer for Probate
You’ve probably heard the figure-of-speech ‘pennywise, pound-foolish’ used before to describe financial habits that realize small cost savings while simultaneously incurring larger... Read More
How Do I Choose the Right Probate Lawyer?
If a loved one or acquaintance recently passed away and the deceased’s last Will names you as the Estate’s Executor, you may... Read More
Probate in Alberta: Is It Required?
Probate is a word that many people don’t want to hear. Not only is it associated with death, but the probate process... Read More
Alberta Probate Process: How much and How long?
As an Alberta probate lawyer, two questions I hear most frequently are ‘why does probate take so long?’ and ‘why is probate... Read More
Non-Competition & Non-Solicitation Clauses in Alberta
What is a Non-Competition Clause in Alberta? Non-Competition clauses try to prevent employees from going to work for a competitor, or starting... Read More
Human Rights Laws in Alberta
How are Human Rights Protected in Alberta? In Alberta, individuals are protected from discrimination pursuant to the Alberta Human Rights Act (“the... Read More
Termination Clause in Alberta: What Employees Need to Know
Getting a new job can be an exciting and sometimes overwhelming time. Many new employees simply sign on the dotted line and... Read More
I’m an Executor. Should I Probate the Will Myself, Without a Lawyer?
If you’ve been appointed as the Executor or Personal Representative of an Alberta Estate, you may need to apply for a Grant of... Read More